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to efface
01
to remove something, often by rubbing or gentle wiping
Transitive: to efface a mark
Examples
The artist decided to efface the pencil sketch and start the drawing anew.
02
to completely erase or remove a memory or feeling from the mind
Transitive: to efface a thought or memory
Examples
Time gradually effaced the pain of her loss.
03
to deliberately make oneself less noticeable
Transitive: to efface oneself
Examples
She tried to efface herself at the party, standing quietly in a corner.
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