Crossword clue
Delete crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Delete”, from 3–10 letters. The most likely answer is ERASE.
Top answer
ERASE
5 letters · Rub or wipe out writing or data
All answers for “Delete”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3-letter answers | ||
| CUT | 3 | Take out a passage or scene |
| 4-letter answers | ||
| DELE | 4 | Proofreader's instruction to take out |
| OMIT | 4 | Leave out of a text |
| WIPE | 4 | Clear data from a disk |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| ERASE Best match | 5 | Rub or wipe out writing or data |
| ELIDE | 5 | Leave out, as a syllable or passage |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| REMOVE | 6 | Take away from a document or list |
| EXCISE | 6 | Cut out a section of text |
| CANCEL | 6 | Strike out or annul |
| EFFACE | 6 | Rub out so it can't be seen |
| STRIKE | 6 | Cross out a word or entry |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| EXPUNGE | 7 | Wipe out completely, as from a record |
| EDIT OUT | 7 | Remove during editing |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| CROSS OUT | 8 | Draw a line through writing |
| 10-letter answers | ||
| BLUE-PENCIL | 10 | Edit out with an editor's pencil |
| OBLITERATE | 10 | Destroy all trace of |
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What does “Delete” mean?
A verb meaning to remove or strike out, especially text, data or a name from a list. Think of editing words (erase, cancel) as well as removing files or records.
Solving tip
ERASE and EDIT OUT are the common definition answers; a short answer may be the proofreader's mark DELE.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Delete"?
The most likely answer is ERASE (5 letters) — Rub or wipe out writing or data. Other common answers are REMOVE (6), CUT (3), DELE (4), EXCISE (6).
How many letters are in the answer to "Delete"?
Answers to "Delete" range from 3–10 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.