Definition of havoc
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: wide and general destruction : devastation
A tornado wreaked havoc on the town two years ago.
2
: great confusion and disorder
the blackout caused havoc in the city
havoc
verb
havocked; havocking
Definition of havoc (Entry 2 of 2)
: to lay waste : destroy
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The first known use of havoc was in the 15th century
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