elimination

//ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃən//
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Noun

eliminationSingular
eliminationsPlural
1

The act or process of removing or getting rid of something or someone.

The elimination of waste from the production process saved the company money.

2

The defeat or exclusion of a competitor or team from a competition.

The team's elimination from the tournament was a disappointment to their fans.

3

The process of expelling waste matter from the body.

Proper elimination is essential for maintaining good health.

4

A mathematical or logical method of solving equations by systematically removing variables.

We used elimination to solve the system of equations.