extinction
Translation
extinction
Examples
Many species are in danger of extinction.
Many species are in danger of extinction.
The extinction of the dinosaurs is a mystery.
The extinction of the dinosaurs is a mystery.
Grammar Patterns
in danger of extinction at risk of disappearing forever The white rhino is in danger of extinction.
the extinction of ((sth.)) the disappearance of (sth.) We are studying the extinction of ancient species.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disappearance, dying out, annihilation
Etymology
From Latin 'extinctionem', from 'exstinguere' (to put out, extinguish). See 'extinct'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'extinct'. It's the process or state of becoming extinct.