To rapidly destroy, engulf, or lay waste.
To take in avidly with the intellect or with one's gaze.
To absorb or engross the mind fully, especially in a destructive manner.
To eat quickly, greedily, hungrily, or ravenously.
To get rid of.
To transfer to another's control.
To arrange in an orderly way.
To deal with conclusively with a threat or a difficult situation.
To have available, or at one's disposal.