- to become extinct; to die out
- to lose (sth abstract) completely
- to exterminate
Generated: This meaning describes the process by which a species or group ceases to exist or is no longer found in its natural habitat.
Polar bears are facing the threat of extinction.
Generated: This meaning indicates the total loss of something non-physical, such as a skill, opportunity, or relationship.
Generated: This meaning refers to the act of completely destroying or wiping out a population, commonly used in the context of pests or invasive species.
Farmers use chemicals to exterminate pests in the fields.
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