1. the act or process of destroying or tearing down a building or structure
2. the act of destroying or refuting an argument, theory, or belief
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The demolishment of the old factory took three months to complete.
• The city approved the demolishment of several abandoned buildings downtown.
• His careful demolishment of the opponent's argument impressed the debate judges.
• Environmental concerns delayed the demolishment of the historic warehouse.
• The demolishment crew worked carefully to avoid damaging nearby structures.
• Her research led to the demolishment of a long-held scientific theory.