extraction
Pronunciation: [ɪkˈstrækʃən]
Context: "science"
(noun) the process of removing something from a mixture. It’s like when you take juice out of fruit, making it separate from all the pulp and seeds.
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The extraction of sugar from the sugar cane is an important step in making candy.
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Without proper extraction methods, many useful substances can be lost in the process.
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What is the extraction process used to create this product?
Context: "medical"
(noun) the removal of a tooth or body part. This is when a dentist takes out a tooth that has a problem, like a cavity.
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After the extraction, the patient felt much better without the painful tooth.
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The extraction of her Wisdom teeth was very painful and she had to rest for a few days.
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What should I expect after the extraction of a tooth?
Context: "data/technology"
(noun) the process of retrieving or saving specific information from a larger set. It’s like finding specific answers in a big library of books.
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Data extraction from the survey results was helpful for understanding customer needs.
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If the extraction is not done correctly, important information might be missed.
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How does data extraction help in analyzing the results?