1. killing all members of a group of harmful animals or insects
2. completely destroying or getting rid of something unwanted

1. designed to kill pests or unwanted organisms

Examples

• The pest control company is exterminating the termites in our basement.
• They spent weeks exterminating the ant colony from their kitchen.
• The exterminating spray killed all the cockroaches instantly.
• Farmers use various methods for exterminating crop-damaging insects.
• The exterminating process took three treatments to be completely effective.
• Professional exterminating services guarantee their pest removal work.
• The exterminating chemicals must be applied carefully to avoid harm to pets.