How To Spell defile?
How to Pronounce defile?
Correct pronunciation for the word "defile" is [dɪfˈa͡ɪl], [dɪfˈaɪl], [d_ɪ_f_ˈaɪ_l].
Definition of defile
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To march off in a line, or file by file; to file off.
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A long narrow pass, as between hills, in which troops can march only in a file or with a narrow front.
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To make foul or dirty; to soil or stain; to pollute; to corrupt; to violate.
Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language By Nuttall, P.Austin
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What is the adverb for defile?
The adverb form of the word "defile" is "defilingly".
What is the adjective for defile?
The adjective form of the word "defile" is "defiled".
Usage over time for defile:
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What is the plural form of defile?
The plural of the "defile" can be the "defiles".
What is the singular form of defile?
The singular of the "defile" can be the "defile".
Synonyms for Defile:
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n.
• foul- foul .
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v.
• abuse • misuse • corrupt, violate • disapprove • decay • outrage • adulterate • deteriorate, crumble • physically hurt or injure • dirty • use violence upon • ruin • stain • debase • blacken -
adj.
• infest • flood, overrun
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