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extinct extinct /ɪkˈstɪŋkt/ adjective
1 C1 not now existing: » There is concern that the giant panda will soon become extinct.» Many tribes became extinct when they came into contact with Western illnesses.» A lot of trades have become extinct because of the development of technology.Thesaurus+: ↑Non-existence and not being2 F0 An extinct volcano is one that is not now active (= will not explode again) . Thesaurus+: ↑Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions |