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defaced

/dɪˈfeɪst/ verb · British & US
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What does defaced mean?

verb

To remove or destroy the face of something, or to damage or disfigure something so that it is no longer recognizable. To alter or remove the name or title of something, especially to conceal its true nature.

Example

"The vandals defaced the statue with graffiti, making it unrecognizable."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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