eliminating
word · lemma: eliminate
Definition
Removing something completely, getting rid of it so it no longer exists or affects the situation.
Usage & Nuances
Used in formal, academic, or scientific settings, like 'eliminating errors,' and in everyday tasks like 'eliminating waste.' Often followed by what is being removed. Don't confuse with 'deleting' (for digital data) or 'removing' (more general).
Spanish: eliminarPortuguese (BR): eliminarPortuguese (PT): eliminarChinese (Simplified): 消除 - 消灭Chinese (Traditional): 消除 - 消滅Hindi: हटाना - समाप्त करनाArabic: إزالة - القضاء علىBengali: অপসারণ করা - দূর করাRussian: устранять - устранивJapanese: 排除するVietnamese: loại bỏKorean: 제거하다Turkish: elemek - ortadan kaldırmakUrdu: ختم کرنا - دور کرناIndonesian: menghilangkan
Example Sentences
They are eliminating old files from the office.
basic
Eliminating sugar from your diet can improve your health.
basic
The coach is eliminating players from the team.
basic
We need to start eliminating unnecessary steps in this process.
natural
After eliminating distractions, I could finally focus on my work.
natural
Eliminating waste is key to saving money and resources.
natural