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Meaning of erase

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

erase

Pronunciation:/ɪˈɹeɪz//ɪˈɹeɪs/

noun

Definitions

  1. The operation of deleting data.

verb

Definitions

  1. To remove markings or information

    Example: 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.

    Example: I'm going to erase this tape.

  3. To obliterate (information) from a storage medium, such as to clear or to overwrite.

    Example: I'm going to erase those files.

  4. To remove a runner from the bases via a double play or pick off play

    Example: Jones was erased by a 6-4-3 double play.