Extincting: meaning, definitions and examples
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extincting
[ ɪkˈstɪŋktɪŋ ]
describing a process
Extincting refers to the action or process of causing a species, language, or culture to cease to exist. It encompasses various factors, including environmental changes, human activities, and natural disasters. This term is often used in discussions about biodiversity and conservation efforts, highlighting the urgent need to protect endangered species. The extinction of a species can disrupt ecosystems and lead to further ecological consequences. It serves as a warning about the impact of human actions on the planet.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Pollution is contributing to the extincting of many marine species.
- Conservation efforts are vital in preventing the extincting of endangered animals.
- Habitat destruction is one of the main drivers of extincting throughout history.
Translations
Translations of the word "extincting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 extinção
🇮🇳 विलुप्त होना
🇩🇪 Aussterben
🇮🇩 punah
🇺🇦 вимирання
🇵🇱 wyginięcie
🇯🇵 絶滅する
🇫🇷 extinction
🇪🇸 extinción
🇹🇷 soyu tükenmek
🇰🇷 멸종
🇸🇦 انقراض
🇨🇿 vymírání
🇸🇰 vymieranie
🇨🇳 灭绝
🇸🇮 izumiranje
🇮🇸 útrýming
🇰🇿 жойылу
🇬🇪 გამოცოცხლება
🇦🇿 müxtəliflik
🇲🇽 extinción
Etymology
The word 'extincting' derives from the root 'extinct', which originates from the Latin 'exstinctus', the past participle of 'exstinguere', meaning 'to extinguish' or 'to put out'. The Latin prefix 'ex-' meaning 'out', and 'stinguere', which translates to 'to quench', came together to convey the notion of bringing something to an end. Over time, the transition from Latin to Old French and into Middle English altered the spelling and pronunciation, ultimately leading to the modern English usage. The concept of extinction has evolved, particularly in the context of biodiversity and environmental science, as awareness of human impact on the planet's species has increased. Historically, the term has been applied not only to biological species but also to languages and cultures that have disappeared over time.