erased
/ɪˈreɪzd/verb★Intermediate
general
to remove something completely by rubbing or wiping
He erased the chalkboard after the lesson.
He wiped the chalkboard clean after the lesson.
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Often used for writing or marks that can be physically removed.
💻Technology
technical
to delete digital data or information permanently
The company erased all customer data after the breach.
The company permanently deleted all customer data after the breach.
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In computing, this implies irreversible deletion.
Collocations
erase the boardwipe the chalkboard cleanerase a memorydelete a digital file or record
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💡Pro Tip
Permanent vs. Temporary
Use 'erased' for actions that cannot be undone, like deleting files or scrubbing surfaces.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'erasen,' from Old French 'raser,' from Latin 'radere' (to scrape).
📝Usage Notes
In digital contexts, 'erased' implies permanent deletion, unlike 'deleted,' which may be recoverable.
Word Breakdown
erase
to remove completely
root-ed
past tense or past participle
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