To extract
Example: They extract relevant data from large datasets
Definition
"To extract" means to carefully remove or take out something from a larger whole, often by effort or skill. For example, they extract relevant data from large datasets by isolating important information from extensive records.
Etymology
The verb "to extract" comes from the Latin word 'extrahere,' combining 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'trahere' meaning 'to draw or pull.' Did you know that this origin reflects the action of pulling something out, just like extracting juice from fruit?
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"To extract" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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