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extinct

ex·tinct

extinct

 
 
pronunciation:
ihk stIngkt
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: no longer existing.
Dinosaurs have been extinct for millions of years.
 
definition 2: no longer active or burning.
An extinct volcano will not erupt again.
synonyms:
dead, extinguished, quenched
similar words:
inert
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