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Definition of “effaceable”

effaceable (ɪˈfeɪsəb əl) 

Definitions

adjective

  1. (formal) capable of being removed

efface (ɪˈfeɪs Pronunciation for efface

Definitions

verb

  1. to obliterate or make dim ⇒ to efface a memory
  2. to make (oneself) inconspicuous or humble through modesty, cowardice, or obsequiousness
  3. to rub out (a line, drawing, etc); erase

Derived Forms

efˈfaceable adjective
efˈfacement noun
efˈfacer noun

Word Origin

C15: from French effacer, literally: to obliterate the face; see face

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