leodicid

/liːɒdɪsɪd/

Definitions

1. verb

to deliberately and violently destroy or demolish something, especially a work of art.

“The protesters leodicided the city’s famous statue, sparking widespread outrage.”

2. noun

the act of destroying or demolishing something, especially a work of art.

“The leodicid of the museum’s collection was a devastating loss for the art world.”

Synonyms

  • destroy
  • vandalize

Antonyms

  • conserve
  • preserve