01 v. t. To bring into a condition of decay or partial ruin, by misuse or through neglect; to destroy the fairness and good condition of; -- said of…
imp. & p. p.
Dilapidated; p. pr. & vb. n.
Dilapidating
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To bring into a condition of decay or partial ruin, by misuse or through neglect; to destroy the fairness and good condition of; -- said of a building.“If the bishop, parson, or vicar, etc., dilapidates the buildings, or cuts down the timber of the patrimony.” — Blackstone.
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To impair by waste and abuse; to squander.“The patrimony of the bishopric of Oxon was much dilapidated.” — Wood.