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despoiling

/dɪˈspɔɪlɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does despoiling mean?

verb

To plunder or pillage, especially in a systematic or organized way. To spoil or ruin something, especially by neglect or misuse.

Example

"The company's despoiling of the natural resources had severe environmental consequences."

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