extinction

noun

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: ex-tinc-tion (3)

English Definition

The state or process of a species, family, or larger group being or becoming extinct.

Example Sentence

Dinosaurs faced extinction millions of years ago.

US IPA /ɪkˈstɪŋkʃən/
UK IPA /ɪkˈstɪŋkʃən/