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extirpation

UK
/ˌɛk.stəˈpeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌɛk.stɚˈpeɪ.ʃən/

Translations

extirpationnoun
extirpations
pl
The extirpation of invasive species is crucial for the ecosystem.
Искоренение инвазивных видов имеет решающее значение для экосистемы.
The extirpation of the tumor was successful.
Удаление опухоли прошло успешно.
Synonyms
eradication
extermination
elimination
removal
obliteration
destruction
annihilation
extirpationadjective
UK
/ˌɛk.stəˈpeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌɛk.stɚˈpeɪ.ʃən/
Used attributively in medical and ecological contexts (e.g., "extirpation surgery").

Definitions

extirpationnoun
The act of removing or destroying something completely.
The extirpation of invasive species is crucial for the restoration of the ecosystem.
The condition of being completely removed or eradicated.
The extirpation of the disease from the region was celebrated by the medical community.
Surgical removal of an organ, tissue, or other body part.
Successful extirpation of the tumor required highly specialized equipment.
extirpationadjective
Relating to or involving the complete removal or destruction of something.
The extirpation policy aimed to eliminate the invasive predator entirely.
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