Dictionary Entry
eliminate
Part of SpeechverbPronunciation/ɪˈlɪməneɪt/Word FrequencyCommon (5.23)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)To completely remove, get rid of, put an end to.
In a Sentence
“Students can use eliminate to explain To completely remove, get rid of, put an end to..”
Published Usage Examples
“We collectively are making the virtual elimination of these new infections in children an achievable goal, deliberately using the word "eliminate" -- not just "prevent."”
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Origin
Latin 'eliminare' meaning to drive out, to turn out.
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