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Exterminated is a verb that refers to the act of completely destroying, eliminating, or eradicating a particular species, group, population, or problem. It generally implies a deliberate and intentional effort to wipe out or eliminate something.
In the context of the natural world, exterminated is commonly used to describe the complete eradication of a particular animal, insect, or plant species. This can occur through various means, such as habitat destruction, pollution, overhunting, or introducing invasive species. When a species is exterminated, it means that no individuals of that species remain alive, and it is considered extinct.
The term exterminated is also used more broadly in human contexts, particularly in relation to the eradication or elimination of pests, diseases, or harmful insects. For example, efforts to exterminate pests like rats, cockroaches, or mosquitoes aim to rid an area or population of these undesirable creatures.
Furthermore, exterminated can also be used metaphorically to describe the eradication or elimination of ideas, beliefs, practices, or institutions. In this sense, it signifies a deliberate and thorough elimination or destruction of something unwanted or perceived as harmful or dangerous.
Overall, the word "exterminated" implies a comprehensive and concerted effort with the ultimate goal of completely eliminating, destroying, or eradicating a particular species, group, population, or problem.
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Utterly destroyed; eradicated.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "exterminate" has Latin origins. It derives from the Latin word "exterminare", which is a combination of the prefix "ex-" meaning "out" or "beyond", and the word "terminus" meaning "boundary" or "limit". In Latin, "exterminare" referred to driving someone or something beyond the boundaries or limits, often to eliminate or destroy them. This sense of eliminating or eradicating something entirely carried over into the English word "exterminate", which means to destroy, wipe out, or put an end to something completely.
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