expunge

[ik-spuhnj]

expunge Definition

  • 1to erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant)
  • 2to eliminate or destroy (a record, document, or the like)

Using expunge: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "expunge" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The court ordered that his criminal record be expunged.

  • Example

    She tried to expunge all memories of her ex-boyfriend.

  • Example

    The company decided to expunge all references to the failed product launch from their website.

expunge Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for expunge

Antonyms for expunge

Phrases with expunge

  • to remove or delete something from an official record or document

    Example

    The judge ordered the statement to be expunged from the record.

  • to try to forget or eliminate a memory

    Example

    She tried to expunge the painful memory from her mind.

  • to delete a file from a computer or other electronic device

    Example

    He accidentally expunged the important file from his computer.

Origins of expunge

from Latin 'expungere', meaning 'to mark for deletion'

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Summary: expunge in Brief

The verb 'expunge' [ik-spuhnj] means to completely erase or remove something unwanted or unpleasant. It can also refer to eliminating or destroying a record or document. Examples include 'The court ordered that his criminal record be expunged.' and 'She tried to expunge all memories of her ex-boyfriend.' Phrases include 'expunge from the record,' 'expunge a memory,' and 'expunge a file.'