Extraction

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈstrækʃən/

Definitions of extraction

noun the process of obtaining something from a substance or mixture

Example Sentences

A1 The extraction of teeth can be a painful procedure.

A2 The extraction of natural resources is a controversial topic.

B1 The extraction of information from the database was successful.

B2 The extraction of DNA from the sample was done using a specialized technique.

C1 The extraction of key data points from the report revealed important trends.

C2 The extraction of valuable minerals from the earth requires advanced technology.

Examples of extraction in a Sentence

formal The extraction of minerals from the earth is a complex process that requires specialized equipment.

informal I had to go to the dentist for a tooth extraction yesterday.

slang I'm getting an extraction done on my wisdom teeth next week.

figurative The extraction of information from the suspect led to a breakthrough in the case.

Grammatical Forms of extraction

• past tense: extracted
• plural: extractions
• comparative: more extraction
• superlative: most extraction
• present tense: extract
• future tense: will extract
• perfect tense: have extracted
• continuous tense: is extracting
• singular: extraction
• positive degree: extract
• infinitive: to extract
• gerund: extracting
• participle: extracted

Origin and Evolution of extraction

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'extraction' originated from the Latin word 'extractio', which comes from the verb 'extrahere' meaning 'to draw out'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a literal sense to refer to the act of drawing out substances, 'extraction' has evolved to also signify the act of obtaining something, such as information or resources, from a source.