Meaning of the word evacuated in English
What does evacuated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
evacuated
US /ɪˈvæk.ju.eɪ.tɪd/
UK /ɪˈvæk.ju.eɪ.tɪd/
Verb
1.
removed from a place of danger to a safer place
Example:
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Thousands of residents were evacuated due to the approaching hurricane.
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The building was completely evacuated after the fire alarm sounded.
2.
emptied of contents
Example:
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The doctor evacuated the fluid from the patient's lungs.
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The bowels were evacuated before the surgery.
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