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to deface
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to ruin or damage something's appearance, particularly by writing or sketching on it
Example
Graffiti artists often deface public buildings with their artwork.
Vandals defaced the statue with spray paint last night.
They are currently defacing the wall with unauthorized posters.
The group was defacing the park benches when the police arrived.
By the time the museum staff arrived, the exhibit had been defaced.
