eliminate · verb T /ɪˈlɪm.əˌneɪt/Full view
eliminate (GET RID OF)
C1 to remove something from something, or get rid of something
Dictionary example:

The doctor advised me to eliminate salt from my diet.

Learner example:

The parents should spend enough time with their offspring and teach them the good things and eliminate the bad things. (International English Language Testing System; C1; Tamil)

eliminate (COMPETITION)
C1 to defeat someone so that they cannot go any further in a competition
Dictionary example:

She was eliminated after the first round of the tournament.

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