demolish (a building or structure)
They knocked down the old cinema to build a new shopping center.
knock down — 3 meanings
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phrasal verb3 meanings
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hit and make fall
The cyclist was knocked down by a car but luckily wasn't badly hurt.
reduce price sharply
The manager agreed to knock down the price by 30% to secure the deal.
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1. demolish (a building or structure)
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To destroy a building or structure so that it falls to the ground.
They knocked down the old cinema to build a new shopping center.
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To hit someone or something so that they fall to the ground.
The cyclist was knocked down by a car but luckily wasn't badly hurt.
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To lower the price of something significantly, often as a result of negotiation or a special offer.
The manager agreed to knock down the price by 30% to secure the deal.
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