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Erase

/ɪˈɹeɪz/

The operation of deleting data.

📖 Definitions of "Erase"

noun
  1. 1

    The operation of deleting data.

verb
  1. 1

    To remove markings or information

    "I erased that note because it was wrong."

  2. 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. 3

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

    "I'm going to erase those files."

  4. 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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