Definitions

1. verb

to put out (a fire, flame, light, etc.)

“The fire brigade worked to extinguish the blaze.”

2. verb

to stop or put an end to something (such as a activity, process, or movement)

“The new policy aimed to extinguish corruption within the company.”

3. noun

the act of putting out a fire or flame

“The extinguishing of the flames was a relief to the trapped people.”