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The correct spelling is delete.
How to pronounce delete
/diˈliːt/
nounIPA: /diˈliːt/
Say it like: Del-ete
The correct spelling is delete. A key that may be pressed to delete something (such as text or files) from a computer. For example: "I lost the file when I accidentally hit delete."
Usage Examples
“I lost the file when I accidentally hit delete.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A key that may be pressed to delete something (such as text or files) from a computer.
- 2.A deletion.
- 3.(recorded entertainment industry) A remainder of a music or video release.
verb
- 1.To remove, get rid of or erase, especially written or printed material, or data on a computer or other device.
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