strike through
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To partly obliterate text by drawing a continuous line through the centre thereof, usually to indicate the deletion of an error or obsolete information.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
It is useful to strike through an incorrect text, leaving it legible, to demonstrate that it is an incorrect usage.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “strike through” mean?
To partly obliterate text by drawing a continuous line through the centre thereof, usually to indicate the deletion of an error or obsolete information.
Is “strike through” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.