I. də̇ˈstrəkt, dēˈ- verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: back-formation from destruction
: destroy
II. ˈdēˌstrəkt, də̇ˈs-, dēˈs- noun
( -s )
Etymology: destruct , verb
: the deliberate destruction of a rocket after launching especially during a test ; also : destruction of a device or material (as to prevent its falling into enemy hands)