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Definition

verb. causing something to stop burning or shining.

Example Sentence

My father was extinguishing the fire.

More Example Sentences

He is extinguishing the candle carefully.

Synonyms

putting out; quenching; snuffing

Antonyms

igniting; lighting; kindling

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Rhymes

  • distinguishing
  • extinguishing
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