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extinction

/ɛkˈstɪŋkʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does extinction mean?

noun

The state of being extinct, or the process of becoming extinct, often due to environmental or human factors.

Example

"The extinction of the dinosaurs has long been a topic of scientific study and fascination."

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