Definition elimination in British English

elimination noun

noun

/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n/

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

Example

the elimination of all nuclear weapons

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removal disposal extraction

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Example

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

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defeat rout beating

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the murder of someone who is considered to be a problem

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assassination butchery constructive manslaughter

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