purging

/ˈpɜrdʒɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Relating to or used for removing something unwanted.
    • The software has a purging feature that deletes old logs.
    • The purging process took several hours to complete.
    • They used a purging solution to clean the pipes.
noun
  1. The act of removing people or things from an organization or system.
    • Purging old records is a routine part of data management.
    • The political purging lasted for months and affected thousands.
    • The purging of the department caused chaos among the staff.
  2. The act of making yourself vomit, especially as a symptom of an eating disorder.
    • She struggled with purging after meals and sought help from a therapist.
    • The doctor warned him about the risks of purging.
    • Purging is a dangerous behavior that can lead to serious health problems.
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