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extraction

ex·trac·tion [ ik stráksh'n ] (plural ex·trac·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. taking out of something: the process of extracting something or of being extracted

2. something extracted: something that has been extracted

3. dentistry removal of tooth: the removal of a tooth or teeth

4. chemistry separation of substances: the separation of a substance from a mixture by dissolving one or more of the components in a solvent

5. ethnic origin: the original nationality of somebody's ancestors
of Spanish extraction

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