Meaning of the word extirpate in English

What does extirpate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

extirpate

US /ˈek.stɚ.peɪt/
UK /ˈek.stɜː.peɪt/
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Verb

to root out and destroy completely; to exterminate

Example:
The government is trying to extirpate corruption from the public sector.
The use of pesticides helped to extirpate the invasive species from the area.