Expel
/ɪkˈspɛl/
Definitions
- (v.) To officially force someone to leave a place or organization.
The school decided to expel the student for cheating.
- (v.) To eject or discharge something, such as air or liquid, from a body or container.
The device expels toxic fumes during operation.
Forms
- expels
- expelled
- expelling
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Commentary
Used in legal and institutional contexts to denote formal removal or forcing out, often after due process.
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