Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To remove or put an end to a problem, fault, or obstacle.
Natural examples
Die Technikerin beseitigte den Fehler im System.
The technician removed the error from the system.
Bitte beseitigen Sie das Wasser auf dem Boden.
Please remove the water from the floor.
Das Team beseitigte alle Hindernisse vor dem Start.
The team cleared every obstacle before launch.
Usage note
Beseitigen takes an accusative object. A common phrase is to clear up a mess.
Mini-lesson: beseitigen
To remove or put an end to a problem, fault, or obstacle. Beseitigen takes an accusative object. A common phrase is to clear up a mess.
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