(of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect.
di+lapid+ated
Shared component: lapid · stone
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lapid
stone
Related forms: lapid · 4 words in this dictionary
Related words
Shared components, not spelling prefixesa person who cuts, polishes, or engraves gems.
lapid+ary
Shared component: lapid · stone
To cause or allow a building, structure, or organization to fall into a state of disrepair or ruin.
di+lapid+ate
Shared component: lapid · stone
the state of being in a state of disrepair or ruin, especially of a building.
di+lapid+ation
Shared component: lapid · stone