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to extirpate
01
to completely destroy or remove something
Transitive: to extirpate sth
Examples
Conservationists are working to extirpate the invasive plant species threatening the native flora.
The government launched a campaign to extirpate corruption from its institutions.
02
to remove something completely by pulling it out from its root
Transitive: to extirpate a plant
Examples
The gardener carefully extirpated the weeds to prevent them from growing back.
The invasive plant species was extirpated to protect the native vegetation.
03
to remove something from the body through a surgical procedure
Transitive: to extirpate a bodily tissue
Examples
The surgeon had to extirpate the tumor to prevent it from spreading further.
A small cyst was extirpated during the routine operation.
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