Meaning of the word deletion in English

What does deletion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

deletion

US /dɪˈliː.ʃən/
UK /dɪˈliː.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the action or process of deleting something

Example:
The accidental deletion of the file caused a lot of problems.
He requested the deletion of his personal data from the website.
2.

a part of a written or spoken text that has been removed

Example:
The editor made several deletions to the manuscript.
The play was shortened by the deletion of several scenes.
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