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effacement

/ɪˈfeɪsmənt/

Translations

effacementnoun

effacements

The effacement of the ancient inscriptions was a great loss to historians.

Стирание древних надписей было большой потерей для историков.

The effacement of the old traditions is evident in modern society.

Исчезновение старых традиций очевидно в современном обществе.

The effacement of the graffiti took several hours.

Затирание граффити заняло несколько часов.

Synonyms

effacementadjective

/ɪˈfeɪsmənt/

Used attributively (e.g. "effacement rate"), therefore treated as an adjective according to the guideline on attributive nouns.

effacementnoun

The act or process of erasing or removing something, especially a mark or impression.

The effacement of the ancient inscriptions made it difficult for historians to study the site.

The reduction or elimination of a distinction or difference, often in a social or cultural context.

The effacement of class boundaries was a significant goal of the social movement.

In obstetrics, the thinning and shortening of the cervix during labor.

The doctor explained that effacement was progressing well, indicating that labor was advancing.

The act of making oneself inconspicuous or humble; self-effacement.

Her quiet effacement kept the focus on the team rather than on her individual achievements.

effacementadjective

Relating to or characterized by effacement (the act of erasing, reducing, or thinning).

The midwife monitored the effacement progress throughout labor.