dele

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To delete.
noun
  1. A sign signifying deletion.

Pronunciation

/ˈdiːliː/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-dele.wav

Word forms

dele deles deleing deled

Etymology

From Latin dēlē, second person singular imperative of dēleo (“delete”). Alternatively, a clipping of deleatur.

Synonyms

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