elimination
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/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃn/
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/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃn/
removing something completely
The elimination of waste helps keep our environment clean.
废物的完全清除有助于保持我们的环境清洁。
defeating someone so they leave a competition
The team faced elimination after losing three games in a row.
连续输掉三场比赛后,这支队伍面临淘汰。
killing someone, especially an enemy
The spy's mission was the elimination of the enemy leader.
这名间谍的任务是消灭敌方领导人。