tear·down

[tair-doun]
noun
1.
a taking apart; disassembly.
2.
a house or other building that is purchased with the intention of tearing it down and replacing it with another, more expensive structure.
Origin:
1925–30; noun use of verb phrase tear down

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Lastly, teardown inspection requirements are added to all tests wherever applicable.
The engine was retained for further teardown examination.
Other construction around town is likely to be on the site of a teardown.
If the failure is verified, another locomotive will be selected for full
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