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Definition erase in American English

erase verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪˈreɪs/
1

to remove all the information stored on a computer disk, or all the sound or pictures recorded on a tape

Example

The virus erases all the files on your hard drive.

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1.1

to remove writing, drawing, or marks made by a pencil or pen by rubbing it off with an eraser

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2

to get rid of an unpleasant memory, feeling, or thought

Example

A successful campaign would erase doubts about his suitability for the job.

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2.1

to destroy something completely

Example

They tried to erase all evidence of his existence.

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Definition erase in American English