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deleted

/dɪˈliːtɪd/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Removed, erased, or crossed out; no longer present or existing.

Example Sentences:
  • The deleted files were permanently removed from the server.
  • She felt a sense of relief after reading the deleted messages.
2.verb

Past tense and past participle of delete; to have removed or obliterated something.

Example Sentences:
  • He deleted the entire paragraph because it did not fit the essay's theme.
  • I have deleted all the blurry photos from my camera roll.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'deletus', the past participle of 'delere', meaning 'to destroy, blot out, or efface'. In its original Latin context, it was often used in the sense of wiping away writing from a wax tablet.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'DE-LETE' as 'DE-stroy the LET-ters' to remember that you are removing text or data.

Frequently Asked Questions About “deleted

1. What is the meaning of “deleted” in English?

In English, deleted (adjective) is defined as: “Removed, erased, or crossed out; no longer present or existing.”.

2. How do you use “deleted” in a sentence?

The deleted files were permanently removed from the server.

3. What are English synonyms of “deleted”?

Common synonyms include:erased,removed,expunged,omitted,obliterated

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “deleted”?

Derived from the Latin 'deletus', the past participle of 'delere', meaning 'to destroy, blot out, or efface'. In its original Latin context, it was often used in the sense of wiping away writing from a wax tablet.