deleted
- 01 A2 Elementary
v.removed something that was written or stored on a computer.
v.the past tense of delete, referring to the removal of digital information or written characters.
Simple“I accidentally deleted the email before I had a chance to read it.”
In context“The administrator deleted the redundant files to free up space on the primary server before the scheduled maintenance began.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
adj.describes something that is no longer there because it was taken out.
adj.describing a state where an item or data point has been removed from a set or document.
Simple“The deleted scenes from the movie are included on the DVD.”
In context“The editor reviewed the deleted passages to ensure that no critical information had been lost during the final condensation of the manuscript.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
adj.a slang way to say someone was killed or 'taken out'.
adj.a euphemistic or hyperbolic slang term for being killed or murdered, often used in gaming or online contexts.
Simple“His character got deleted by a sniper just seconds into the game.”
In context“In the competitive gaming community, players often joke about getting 'deleted' when they are eliminated from a round with overwhelming force.”
UsageTypically used in the passive voice or with 'get'.
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