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ruination

/ruːɪˈneɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does ruination mean?

noun

The state of being ruined or destroyed; a state of complete destruction or decay. A person or thing that causes someone or something to be ruined or destroyed.

Example

"The once beautiful mansion fell into ruination after years of neglect."

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