erases
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English
Definitions
noun
- The operation of deleting data.
verb
- To remove markings or information“I erased that note because it was wrong.”
- To obliterate information from (a storage medium), such as to clear or (with magnetic storage) to demagnetize.“I'm going to erase this tape.”
- To obliterate (information) from a storage medium, such as to clear or to overwrite.“I'm going to erase those files.”
- 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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Synonyms
effacedeletewipe outrub outwipe offscore outclearsdeletesdropseliminatesexpungesobliteratespurgesremovestrumpswipes