Definition

A person or thing that completely removes or destroys something, especially a plant or animal species from a particular area.

Example

The extirpator was responsible for eliminating invasive species from the ecosystem.

Conversation

I heard you bought a new tool for your garden.

Yeah, it's an extirpator to help with stubborn weeds.

That sounds useful! Do you think it really works well?

Absolutely! It makes the process so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Extirpator → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "stirpare" (meaning to root up). The word "extirpator" refers to one who roots out or eradicates something completely.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'rooting out' ('ex-' means out and 'stirpare' means to root) — that's why an extirpator is someone who completely removes or eradicates something.

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