Denude
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈnjuːd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Denude is a verb meaning To divest of all covering; to make bare or naked; to strip.
Meaning
To divest of all covering; to make bare or naked; to strip.
More Meanings
- To remove (something or someone) of their possessions or assets.
- (geology) To strip (a mountain, volcano, or other geological formation) by erosion of outer layers so as to lay bare the inner structure.
Example Sentences
He denuded himself of his clothes.
Their property was seized, denuded and confiscated.
The service was denuded of its capacity to deliver.
Widespread deforestation has led to lands being denuded.
Word Forms
- denudes
- denuding
- denuded
Synonyms for denude
Depending on context, synonyms include bare, strip, denudate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include denudate, bare, strip, unclothe, undress, devest.
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