Definition of extractive
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: of, relating to, or involving extraction
b
: tending toward or resulting in withdrawal of natural resources by extraction with no provision for replenishment
extractive agriculture
2
: capable of being extracted
extractive
nounDefinition of extractive (Entry 2 of 2)
: something extracted or extractable : extract
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The first known use of extractive was in 1599
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