Meaning of the word vandal in English

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

vandal

US /ˈvæn.dəl/
UK /ˈvæn.dəl/

Noun

a person who deliberately destroys or damages public or private property

Example:
The police are looking for the vandal who spray-painted the wall.
A group of young vandals broke the windows of the abandoned building.

Verb

to destroy or damage (property) deliberately

Example:
Someone tried to vandalize the school last night.
The protesters were accused of vandalizing public property.