Ejecting: meaning, definitions and examples

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ejecting

 

[ ɪˈdʒɛktɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

technology

Forcing something out, typically a disk or CD, from a piece of electronic equipment.

Synonyms

expel, extract, remove

Examples of usage

  • Please make sure to properly eject the USB drive before removing it from your computer.
  • The computer froze when I tried ejecting the DVD.
Context #2 | Verb

aircraft

The act of a pilot or crew member being thrown clear of an aircraft by means of an ejection seat in an emergency.

Synonyms

bail out, escape, evacuate

Examples of usage

  • The pilot survived the crash thanks to the ejecting system.
  • Ejecting from a fighter jet is a last resort for the crew.

Translations

Translations of the word "ejecting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ejetar

🇮🇳 निकालना

🇩🇪 ausstoßen

🇮🇩 membuang

🇺🇦 викидання

🇵🇱 wyrzucanie

🇯🇵 排出する

🇫🇷 expulser

🇪🇸 expulsar

🇹🇷 atmak

🇰🇷 배출

🇸🇦 طرد

🇨🇿 vypuštění

🇸🇰 vytlačenie

🇨🇳 弹出

🇸🇮 izmet

🇮🇸 útrás

🇰🇿 шығарып алу

🇬🇪 გამოდევნა

🇦🇿 atmaq

🇲🇽 expulsar

Etymology

The word 'ejecting' originates from the Latin word 'eicere', meaning 'to throw out'. The concept of ejecting has been crucial in various fields like technology and aviation, ensuring the safe removal or escape from certain situations. The term gained popularity with the advancement of technology and aircraft systems, highlighting the importance of proper ejection procedures for safety.

See also: ejection.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,987, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.