Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kill-off
verb
/kɪl ɔf/
Definition
To eliminate or destroy something, especially a population of living organisms or a particular element in a situation.
Examples
- The farmer decided to kill off the pests to protect his crops.
- Many species are at risk of kill-off due to habitat destruction.
Meaning
The act of reducing or completely removing a group or number of something, usually in a destructive manner.
Synonyms
- wipe out
- eliminate
- exterminate
- eradicate
