The word "delete" is a verb that means to get rid of something, to remove, or to erase. It’s often used when using a computer and eliminating text (words) or files.
Chris deleted something on the document by mistake.
Names of students who did not attend class on the first day were deleted from the attendance.
Mohammad needs to delete some information on his computer.
To delete text, you can highlight it and then hit the return button.
If you delete something accidentally, go to the menu, click on "edit" and then click "undo."
He’s deleting some files.
The word "delete" is often used as a noun:
I hit delete by mistake.
Where’s delete on this keyboard?
"Delete" can also be used as an adjective:
Hit the delete key to get rid of the text.
Do you know where the delete button is on your phone?
Note: "Delete" is one of those words that has become more common with the rise of the personal computer.
He’s deleting some files. 