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Ravage Definition & Meaning

ravage
noun
  1. (usually plural) a destructive action; "the ravages of time"; "the depredations of age and disease"
verb
  1. make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes
  2. cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly; "The enemy lay waste to the countryside after the invasion"

"Ravage" in song lyrics

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  • "It's the two baddest who bring meteoric numbered crews ravage"
    Eyedea & Abilities f/ Carnage — Star Destroyer
  • "starting ravage 25"
    AOL — AOL
  • "starting hpi ravage 25"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does ravage mean?
(usually plural) a destructive action; "the ravages of time"; "the depredations of age and disease" make a pillaging or destructive raid on (a place), as in wartimes cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly; "The enemy lay waste to the countryside after the invasion"
What part of speech is ravage?
Ravage is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does ravage have?
Ravage has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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