Meaning ofdestroyin English

Verb

1. to damage beyond repair; render useless
   The fire destroyed the entire building.
2. to utterly defeat or crush; overwhelm
   The company's reputation was destroyed by the scandal.
3. to neutralize or undo a property
   The acid can destroy the metal's protective coating.
4. to put down or end something's existence
   The government's decision destroyed the hopes of the local community.