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Korean learner dictionary

퇴치

toechi · eradication; wiping out; elimination

NIKL-backed definitions, English glosses, pronunciation, examples, and learner-level context.

Dictionary entry

NIKL target code 82898
Part of speech: 명사Pronunciation: 퇴ː치, 퉤ː치Level: Advanced · NIKL learner grade
  1. 1.

    물리쳐서 없애 버림.

    English: eradication; wiping out; elimination — An act of repulsing and getting rid of an enemy, a disease, etc.

    Examples

    • 마약 퇴치.
    • 문맹 퇴치.
    • 벌레 퇴치.
    • 병충해 퇴치.
    • 부정부패 퇴치.
    • 전염병 퇴치.
Origin
退治
Categories
사회 생활 > 사회 활동