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ruinate

Ruinate (verb) means to reduce to ruins; to destroy.

verb
1
To reduce to ruins; to destroy.
2
To fall; to tumble.
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Etymology

From the participle stem of Latin ruino.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of ruinate?

"ruinate" (verb) means to reduce to ruins; to destroy.

What are the different meanings of ruinate?

"ruinate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To reduce to ruins; to destroy; 2. To fall; to tumble.

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