Extermination Definition

extermination
noun
  1. complete annihilation; "they think a meteor cause the extinction of the dinosaurs"
  2. the act of exterminating

"Extermination" in song lyrics

See how extermination is used in real songs:

  • "Like mice durin' extermination"
    Cassidy — My Interpretation
  • "I'd be fighting for survival from extermination"
    Immortal Technique f/ KRS-One — Bin Laden (Remix)
  • "guarani indians face extermination"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "extermination"

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