Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option similar in meaning to the given word.

Jettison

  1. take care of

  2. to get rid of as superfluous or encumbering

  3. to use something as useful

  4. advantageous
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Jettison means to throw away or get rid of something that is no longer needed or is burdensome. Option B correctly captures this meaning of discarding something superfluous or encumbering.

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