First Known Use: 1536
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raze
verb \ˈrāz\
: to destroy (something, such as a building) completely
razedraz·ing
Full Definition of RAZE
transitive verb
1
a archaic : erase b : to scrape, cut, or shave off
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Origin of RAZE
alteration of rase
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RAZE Defined for Kids
raze
verb \ˈrāz\
razedraz·ing
Definition of RAZE for Kids
: to destroy completely by knocking down or breaking to pieces : demolish
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