Denude

Pronunciation: /dɪˈnuːd/

Denude (verb)

  1. To remove something that covers a place or object completely, leaving it bare.
  2. To remove plants from land so the ground is left without leaves or vegetation.
  3. To remove something that protects a person, group, or system, making it weaker or more exposed.

Examples

  • The wind denuded the roof of its old tiles.
  • Rain denuded the wall of paint and left it bare.