raze
Definitions
To completely destroy a building, town, or other site.
To scrape, cut, or shave off.
Examples
The city council decided to raze the dilapidated warehouse to make room for a new community park.
The invading army threatened to raze the village to the ground if the inhabitants did not surrender.
Developers plan to raze the old theater, despite protests from local residents who want to preserve its history.