拆除

拆除 means the act of tearing down or dismantling something, usually a structure or building. It is commonly used in the context of construction or urban development, and it emphasizes the physical removal of a building rather than just its destruction.

The character 拆 (chāi) means to dismantle or take apart, while 除 (chú) means to remove or eliminate. Together, they form a compound verb that conveys the idea of systematically removing something, often with tools or machinery.

拆除 is frequently used in news reports about city planning, infrastructure projects, or historical preservation. It can also appear in legal or administrative contexts, such as when a building is deemed unsafe or needs to be replaced for public use.