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Origin and Etymology of destruct
back-formation from destruction
destruct
Definition of destruct
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: the deliberate destruction of a rocket after launching especially during a test; also : destruction of a device or material (as to prevent its falling into enemy hands)
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Origin and Etymology of destruct
destruct, verb
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