Definitions

1. verb

to remove or destroy a statue, image, or other figurative representation, especially as an act of vandalism or iconoclasm

“The rioters defigured the city’s central monument.”

2. verb

to deprive someone or something of their figurative representation or significance

“The scandal defigured the company’s reputation.”

3. verb

to remove or cover a statue, image, or other figurative representation, especially as a sign of respect or mourning

“The mayor defigured the war memorial to show respect for the fallen soldiers.”

4. noun

an act of removing or destroying a statue, image, or other figurative representation, especially as an act of vandalism or iconoclasm

“The defigure of the monument sparked outrage across the city.”