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Annihilation

/əˌnaɪ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/noun
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Annihilation means the complete and utter destruction of something, erasing it from existence as if it never was. In scientific contexts, it specifically refers to the process in particle physics where a particle and its antiparticle collide and convert their mass into energy, while in broader usage, it can evoke dramatic ends in literature or warfare, highlighting humanity's fascination with total erasure.

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