Elimination: meaning, definitions and examples

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elimination

 

[ ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in sports

The process of removing a team or individual from a competition or tournament by defeating them.

Synonyms

ejection, exclusion, removal

Examples of usage

  • His elimination from the tournament was a major upset.
  • After their elimination, they were disappointed but determined to do better next time.
Context #2 | Noun

in science

The process of expelling waste or unwanted substances from the body.

Synonyms

discharge, excretion, purging

Examples of usage

  • After the elimination of toxins, the patient started to feel better.
  • It is important to support the body's natural elimination processes.
Context #3 | Noun

in problem-solving

The act of getting rid of possibilities one by one until only one option remains.

Synonyms

exclusion, rejection, removal

Examples of usage

  • Through the process of elimination, we were able to find the correct answer.
  • She used elimination to narrow down the choices and make a decision.

Translations

Translations of the word "elimination" in other languages:

🇵🇹 eliminação

🇮🇳 उन्मूलन

🇩🇪 Beseitigung

🇮🇩 eliminasi

🇺🇦 усунення

🇵🇱 eliminacja

🇯🇵 排除 (はいじょ)

🇫🇷 élimination

🇪🇸 eliminación

🇹🇷 eleme

🇰🇷 제거 (jegeo)

🇸🇦 إزالة

🇨🇿 eliminace

🇸🇰 eliminácia

🇨🇳 消除 (xiāochú)

🇸🇮 odprava

🇮🇸 brottfall

🇰🇿 жою

🇬🇪 განადგურება

🇦🇿 aradan qaldırma

🇲🇽 eliminación

Etymology

The word 'elimination' comes from the Latin word 'eliminare', meaning 'to banish' or 'to expel'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, from sports competitions to scientific research. The concept of elimination is fundamental in problem-solving and decision-making processes, helping to narrow down options and reach conclusions. Understanding the different meanings and contexts of 'elimination' can enhance communication and problem-solving skills.

See also: eliminate, eliminating, eliminator.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,671, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.