noun Uncommon

wrecking

Wrecking (noun) means the act of demolishing or salvaging something that has been destroyed. Example: “The wrecking of the old pier took most of the summer.”

noun

The act of demolishing or salvaging something that has been destroyed.

"The wrecking of the old pier took most of the summer."

How to use wrecking

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process of tearing down or dismantling something ruined.

Common pairings

wrecking crew wrecking ball

Word forms

wreckings plural

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Synonyms

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ruin ruining ruination razing laying waste

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Rhymes for wrecking

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wrecking” mean?

The word “wrecking” means the act of demolishing or salvaging something that has been destroyed. In plain terms, the process of tearing down or dismantling something ruined.

How do you use “wrecking” in a sentence?

Here is “wrecking” used in a sentence: “The wrecking of the old pier took most of the summer.”

What part of speech is “wrecking”?

“Wrecking” is a noun.

Is “wrecking” a common word?

“Wrecking” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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