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to extirpate
01
根除, 铲除
to completely destroy or remove something
Transitive: to extirpate sth
Example
Conservationists are working to extirpate the invasive plant species threatening the native flora.
The government launched a campaign to extirpate corruption from its institutions.
The city implemented strict policies to extirpate illegal dumping and maintain cleanliness.
02
根除, 清除
to remove something completely by pulling it out from its root
Transitive: to extirpate a plant
Example
The gardener carefully extirpated the weeds to prevent them from growing back.
The invasive plant species was extirpated to protect the native vegetation.
He used a special tool to extirpate the stubborn dandelions from his lawn.
03
切除, 外科手术去除
to remove something from the body through a surgical procedure
Transitive: to extirpate a bodily tissue
Example
The surgeon had to extirpate the tumor to prevent it from spreading further.
A small cyst was extirpated during the routine operation.
The procedure was successful in extirpating the infected area of the lung.
