extraction
noun
ex·trac·tion
ik-ˈstrak-shən 
1
: the act or process of extracting something
3
: something extracted
Synonyms
Examples of extraction in a Sentence
tooth extractions and other dental procedures
the extraction of teeth by dentists
the extraction of juices from plant matter
Recent Examples on the Web
The coffee maker features a rainmaker shower head that evenly disperses water over the coffee grounds for better flavor extraction, leaving you with a high-quality cup of joe.
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Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2024
For paper cups lined with plastic, every step of their lifecycle is the problem—from raw material extraction of wood and petroleum to manufacturing, shipping, and disposal.
—Jaina Grey, WIRED, 22 Apr. 2024
Rover reimbursed the first invoice for laceration repair, then refuse to pay for second invoice for tooth extraction due to fracture.
—Matt Novak / Gizmodo, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
Kol and Sanchez started communicating three days before, with Kol coordinating Sanchez’s travel from San Diego, according to a digital extraction of her cellphone.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2024
Summary To ensure quality, the company in charge has employed advanced extraction and manufacturing practices.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2024
Utilizing the isolate, a byproduct of Rosin Absolute's extraction process, allows Juva Life to maximize return on investment from all its outputs.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2024
The feathers must undergo a 34-hour extraction process, which is both time consuming and financially strenuous.
—Leah Collins, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
With three temperature settings, an even infusion of water, and more control over extraction, this machine delivers a quality espresso.
—Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2024
For paper cups lined with plastic, every step of their lifecycle is the problem—from raw material extraction of wood and petroleum to manufacturing, shipping, and disposal.
—Jaina Grey, WIRED, 22 Apr. 2024
Rover reimbursed the first invoice for laceration repair, then refuse to pay for second invoice for tooth extraction due to fracture.
—Matt Novak / Gizmodo, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
Kol and Sanchez started communicating three days before, with Kol coordinating Sanchez’s travel from San Diego, according to a digital extraction of her cellphone.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2024
Summary To ensure quality, the company in charge has employed advanced extraction and manufacturing practices.
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2024
Utilizing the isolate, a byproduct of Rosin Absolute's extraction process, allows Juva Life to maximize return on investment from all its outputs.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Apr. 2024
The feathers must undergo a 34-hour extraction process, which is both time consuming and financially strenuous.
—Leah Collins, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
With three temperature settings, an even infusion of water, and more control over extraction, this machine delivers a quality espresso.
—Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Extraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/extraction. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
Copy CitationKids Definition
extraction
noun
ex·trac·tion
ik-ˈstrak-shən
1
: the act or process of extracting
2
: the origin of a person
of Italian extraction
Medical Definition
extraction
noun
ex·trac·tion
ik-ˈstrak-shən
: the act or process of extracting something
extraction of a tooth
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