Definition

The process of freeing someone or something from a difficult situation or entanglement.

Example

The firefighters worked quickly on the extrication of the trapped passengers from the wrecked car.

Conversation

Have you heard about the extrication process they use in rescue missions?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they can free people from tough situations.

Exactly! I read a story about a team that used extrication techniques to save someone trapped in a car.

That sounds intense! It really shows how important those skills are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Extrication → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "trahere" (meaning to pull or drag). The word "extrication" means the act of pulling or dragging something out of a situation or entanglement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pulling out' ('ex-') something that is stuck or trapped ('trahere') — that's what extrication means.

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