Demolition

Intentional destruction of buildings and structures.

demolition work demolishing

The process of intentionally destroying buildings or other structures, often using controlled explosions, heavy machinery, or mechanical means.

Etymology

Demolition comes from the Old French 'demolir' meaning to pull down, and ultimately from Latin 'dēmolīre' meaning 'to tear down'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Demolition is when buildings and structures are carefully taken apart to make way for something new, like knocking down an old house to build a modern apartment building.

Fun Facts

The Colosseum in Rome was partially demolished in the 19th century to provide building materials
Controlled demolition uses explosives to safely bring down structures
Demolition can involve recycling materials from the destroyed building

FAQ

What is demolition? It's the intentional dismantling of buildings and structures
Why do we demolish? Demolition is done to clear space for new construction or when a building is unsafe
Who does demolition? Demolition is typically carried out by trained professionals using specialized equipment

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

destruction dismantling

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

implosion controlled blasting

Meronyms — Parts or Components

wrecking ball explosives

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

construction project urban renewal

Indexes

construction engineering hazardous

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