Meaning of the word evacuation in English

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evacuation

US /ɪˌvæk.juˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ɪˌvæk.juˈeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the action of evacuating a person or a place

Example:
The rapid evacuation of the building saved many lives.
Emergency services ordered the evacuation of the coastal areas.
2.

the emptying of the bowels or other bodily organ

Example:
The doctor recommended a complete bowel evacuation.
Regular evacuation is important for digestive health.
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