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Definition erase in British English

erase verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪˈreɪz/
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 stored on your hard drive.

Synonyms and related words
access archive back up
1.1

to remove writing, drawing, or marks made by a pencil or pen by rubbing it off with a rubber. A more usual British word is rub out.

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abridge adapt append
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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forget blot out blank out
2.1

to destroy something completely

Example

They tried to erase all evidence of his existence.

Synonyms and related words
destroy ruin devastate
Definition erase in British English