PURGING
- the act of purifying (to cleanse from impurities) [n -S]
- Rid (someone) of an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition, typically giving a sense of cathartic release
- Remove (an unwanted feeling, memory, or condition) in such a way
- Remove (a group of people considered undesirable) from an organization or place, typically in an abrupt or violent manner
- the act of purifying (to free from impurities) [n PURGINGS] / PURGE, to purify (to free from impurities) [v]
- Remove someone from (an organization or place) in such a way
- Atone for or wipe out (contempt of court)
- Physically remove (something) completely
- Evacuate one's bowels, esp. as a result of taking a laxative