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e·vac·u·a·tion
evacuation
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- pronunciation:
- ih
vaek
yu
eI
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act or process of emptying.
- similar words:
- expulsion
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definition 2: |
the removal of citizens, soldiers, or the like from an endangered place.
The toxic leak led to an evacuation of the city.- similar words:
- retreat
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definition 3: |
excretion of urine or feces.
- similar words:
- catharsis, movement
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related words: |
exodus |
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