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extirpate

/ɛksˈtɜːrpɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does extirpate mean?

verb

to destroy or remove something completely, especially a species of plant or animal from a particular area.

Example

"The introduction of invasive species has led to the extirpation of native wildlife in many ecosystems."

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