ruins
Pronunciation: [ˈruːɪnz]
Word
Context: “history”
(noun) the remains of something that was once whole, usually buildings or structures that have fallen apart over time. Think of it like old castles or temples that people visit to see what they looked like long ago.
Example
The ancient ruins of the city attracted many tourists this summer.
Example
New buildings replaced the ruins, so there was nothing left to see.
Example
Have you ever visited any historical ruins?
Context: “damage”
(verb) to cause something to break or to be in bad condition, often in a way that makes it unusable. It’s like when you accidentally spill juice on a toy and it stops working.
Example
The heavy rain did not ruin the picnic; we still had a great time.
Example
If you drop the glass, it will ruin the beautiful table.
Example
Do you think too much water can ruin the plants?
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