delete

//dɪˈliːt//
A2Frequency Level 9Neutral
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Verb

deleteInfinitive
deletePresent tense
deletedPast tense
deletedPast participle
deletingPresent participle
deletesThird-person singular
1

To remove or erase something, especially written or stored information.

I accidentally deleted an important file from my computer.

2

To cross out or strike through text.

Please delete the incorrect word with a line.

3

To remove a file, data, or content from a computer or digital device.

I accidentally deleted an important file from my computer.