Extraction
(noun)
- The action or process of removing or separating something from something else.
- The process of removing a substance from a mixture by chemical or physical means.
- A person's social or family background, especially one that is regarded as having an influence on their character or behaviour.
Origin:
Late middle english: from latin extractio(n-), from extrahere "draw out".
Examples:
- The extraction of the tooth was done under local anaesthesia.
- The extraction of oil from the well was successful.
- The extraction of gold from ore requires a lot of work.
- The extraction of DNA from cells was done using a special kit.
- The extraction of impurities from water was necessary to make it drinkable.