extinction
Translation
extinction, disappearance
Examples
Many species are on the verge of extinction.
Many species are on the verge of extinction.
The extinction of the dinosaurs is a mystery.
The extinction of the dinosaurs is a mystery.
Grammar Patterns
the extinction of ((sth.)) the state or process of a species, family, or other group of animals or plants ceasing to exist We must prevent the extinction of these animals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disappearance, dying out, annihilation
Etymology
From Latin 'extinctionem', a noun of action from 'exstinguere' (to put out). It's 'ex-' (out) + 'stinguere' (to quench).
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'extinct'. If a species is extinct, it has undergone extinction.