Extermination
/ɪˌkstɜrməˈneɪʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The act of exterminating; total destruction or eradication.
Sentence Examples
Gaddafi undertook a policy of cultural extermination against the Berber-speaking community of Libya.
Jews and Roma were the only two groups targeted for extermination by the Nazis.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of the rats in the basement was successful after a week of professional treatment.