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Definition elimination in American English

elimination noun

noun
/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the process of getting rid of something that is not wanted or needed

Example

the elimination of all nuclear weapons

Synonyms and related words
removal disposal extraction
Example

The team are still stunned by their elimination from the World Cup.

Synonyms and related words
defeat rout beating
3

the murder of someone who is considered to be a problem

Synonyms and related words
assassination butchery constructive manslaughter
Definition elimination in American English