eradicator
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- noun
- /ɪˈrædɪˌkeɪtər/
- The new software serves as an eradicator of outdated files, ensuring the system runs smoothly.
Examples
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The scientist acted as an eradicator of invasive species in the fragile ecosystem.
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Much of the work of the rinderpest eradicators was part of larger campaigns to expand access to animal health services and promote veterinary medicine in rural areas.
Academic text (2013) -
The matter eradicator.
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As an eradicator of poverty, her organization implemented programs to provide education and jobs.
Synonyms
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5.5
A person or thing that causes great damage
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4.2
A person who removes unwanted insects or small animals from homes and buildings
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5.7
A person or thing that removes something unwanted, for example pests and water
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A fictional weapon that destroys objects by turning them into gas
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A person or thing that completely destroys something
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A person or thing that causes a lot of damage to something
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8.2
A person or thing that defeats others very easily and completely
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Someone or something that destroys things completely so nothing remains
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7.5
A person or thing that removes unwanted parts to make something clean
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8.1
A person or thing that destroys something completely, like pulling trees out by the roots
Someone or something that causes great damage
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Etymology
Eradicator comes from the parts e- meaning 'out' and radic from radix meaning 'root'. A helpful way to remember it is to think of 'rooting out' a disease or corruption completely, which is why an eradicator can be a person or thing that destroys something unwanted.