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Destroyer Definition & Meaning

destroyer
noun
  1. a small fast lightly armored but heavily armed warship
  2. a person who destroys or ruins or lays waste to; "a destroyer of the environment"; "jealousy was his undoer"; "uprooters of gravestones"

"Destroyer" in song lyrics

See how destroyer is used in real songs:

  • "I'm the silencer singular, the plural, air canal destroyer"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Kevlaar 7 — Immovable
  • "Lyrical destroyer"
    Chuck D f/ B-Wyze, Dow Jonz — Endonesia
  • "cause I'm a destroyer"
    Eazy-E f/ Dr. Dre, M.C. Ren — Eazy-er Said Than Dunn

Usage tips for "destroyer"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "destroyer" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for destroyer to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does destroyer mean?
a small fast lightly armored but heavily armed warship a person who destroys or ruins or lays waste to; "a destroyer of the environment"; "jealousy was his undoer"; "uprooters of gravestones"
What part of speech is destroyer?
Destroyer is a noun.
How many definitions does destroyer have?
Destroyer has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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