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Extirpating: meaning, definitions and examples

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extirpating

 

[ ˈɛkstərˌpeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

removing completely

Extirpating refers to the act of completely removing or eradicating something. This term is often used in biological and ecological contexts, particularly when discussing the elimination of species from a particular habitat. Extirpating can also pertain to tearing out or eliminating an idea or influence. The term denotes a thoroughness in the removal process, suggesting that whatever is extirpated cannot return or regenerate. It carries a connotation of decisiveness and permanence.

Synonyms

eliminate, eradicate, obliterate, remove

Examples of usage

  • The conservation team focused on extirpating invasive species from the island.
  • The dentist had to extirpate the infected tooth to prevent further complications.
  • Efforts were made to extirpate the negative influences in the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "extirpating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 extirpando

🇮🇳 नष्ट करना

🇩🇪 ausrotten

🇮🇩 memusnahkan

🇺🇦 викорінення

🇵🇱 eksterminacja

🇯🇵 根絶する

🇫🇷 extirper

🇪🇸 extirpando

🇹🇷 kökünden sökme

🇰🇷 근절하다

🇸🇦 استئصال

🇨🇿 vytýkání

🇸🇰 vytýkanie

🇨🇳 根除

🇸🇮 izkorenitev

🇮🇸 útrýming

🇰🇿 жою

🇬🇪 გამორიცხვა

🇦🇿 kökdən çıxarma

🇲🇽 extirpando

Word origin

The word 'extirpate' originates from the Latin term 'extirpāre', which is composed of 'ex-', meaning 'out of', and 'stirps', meaning 'root'. The initial use can be traced back to the 15th century when it entered the English language during a time of growing interest in scientific and biological studies. The meaning carried through time denotes a thorough or complete removal, often implying that what has been extirpated has been taken out down to the root level. The concept encapsulated by this term has been relevant in various fields such as botany, ecology, and even social sciences, where it describes the complete removal of an element or species from an environment. As discussions regarding ecology and conservation grow, the term has gained traction in dialogue concerning biodiversity and environmental preservation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,961 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.