priorextraction
nounUK /ˈpraɪər ɪkˈstrækʃən/
US /ˈpraɪər ɪkˈstrækʃən/
The act of taking something out before something else happens.
The prior extraction of the tooth saved the patient from more pain later.
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2. In data processing, the pulling out of selected information before a main operation.
The prior extraction of relevant records made the analysis much faster.
3. In chemistry, the separation of a substance before a reaction begins.
Prior extraction of the solvent ensured a cleaner reaction.
4. In mining, the removal of material from a site ahead of the main digging.
Prior extraction of the topsoil protected the deeper layers.