elimination

/ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act or process of removing or getting rid of something completely.
    • The company announced the elimination of 200 jobs to reduce costs.
    • Regular exercise helps in the elimination of toxins from the body.
    • The elimination of plastic waste is a major goal for environmental groups.
  2. The act of defeating a person or team so they cannot continue in a competition.
    • The team faced elimination after losing three games in a row.
    • His elimination from the race was a big surprise to his fans.
    • The tournament uses a single-elimination format, so one loss means you're out.
  3. The process of expelling waste from the body.
    • Certain foods can improve digestion and elimination.
    • Drinking plenty of water helps with regular elimination.
    • The doctor asked about the patient's bowel elimination habits.