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extraction

Definition

  • noun: the act or process of getting something by pulling it out, forcing it out, etc.
  • noun: the act or process of 'extracting' something
  • used after 'of' to describe the origin of a person or family
  • synonyms: lineage, descent, birth

Examples

  • a family 'of' Italian 'extraction' [=a family whose ancestors came to another country from Italy]

  • tooth 'extractions' and other dental procedures

  • the 'extraction' of juices from plant matter

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Mac. He was a good soldier. He was... my friend. Goodbye, bro. Blazer One, I repeat, extraction necessary. Say again, Blazer One. Say again. Roger, Blazer One. hours. Damn bastards. They say we're still in too far. They can't risk coming in. (..)
    1987 Predator