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erases

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noun

  1. The operation of deleting data.

verb

  1. To remove markings or information“I erased that note because it was wrong.”
  2. To obliterate information from (a storage medium), such as to clear or (with magnetic storage) to demagnetize.“I'm going to erase this tape.”
  3. To obliterate (information) from a storage medium, such as to clear or to overwrite.“I'm going to erase those files.”
  4. To remove a runner from the bases via a double play or pick off play“Jones was erased by a 6-4-3 double play.”

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