ravage /ˈɹævɪd͡ʒ/verb 5noun 2forms 3 verb5 •To devastate, destroy or lay waste to something.Already Caesar Has ravaged more than half the Globe, and sees Mankind grown thin by his destructive Sword: Should he go further, Numbers would be wanting To form new Battels, and support his Crimes. — 1712 •To wreak destruction. •To pillage or plunder destructively; to sack. •(slang) To have vigorous sexual intercourse with. •(slang) To rape. noun2 •Grievous damage or havoc.Would one think 'twere possible for love / To make such ravage in a noble soul! — 1712 •Depredation or devastation.The villages on either side of the Meyn, which were plentifully stored with corn and cattle, felt the ravages of an invading army. — 1781 formsravaged · ravaging · ravages
