eradication — the complete destruction or elimination of something, especially something harmful
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the complete destruction or elimination of something, especially something harmful
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˌrædɪˈkeɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 완전한 파괴나 제거, 특히 해로운 것의 박멸
Korean pronunciation: 이**래**디**케이**션
Example Sentences
- The eradication of homework would make students worldwide celebrate, but teachers might disagree.
- Scientists are working toward the eradication of malaria in developing countries.
- The eradication of bad coffee from the office was his personal mission.
eradication
NOUN//ɪˌrædɪˈkeɪʃən//
the complete destruction or elimination of something, especially something harmful
Health workers achieve the eradication of mosquitoes across the entire village.
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Origin
라틴어에서 온 단어로, '뿌리까지 뽑아낸다'는 의미에서 시작되었습니다. 마치 잡초를 뿌리째 뽑아내듯이 완전히 제거한다는 뜻이죠.
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📝Examples
“The eradication of homework would make students worldwide celebrate, but teachers might disagree.”
“Scientists are working toward the eradication of malaria in developing countries.”
“The eradication of bad coffee from the office was his personal mission.”
“Global eradication of polio is nearly complete thanks to vaccination programs.”
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