incineration

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˌsɪnəˈreɪʃən/

Definition

The process of destroying something, especially waste material, by burning it at very high temperatures.

Examples

• Strict environmental regulations govern the incineration of hazardous chemical waste.

• The incineration of old documents ensures that sensitive information cannot be recovered.

• Modern facilities use the heat generated during incineration to produce electricity for the local grid.

Synonyms of incineration

Words with a similar meaning to incineration:

• burning
• combustion
• cremation

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