Meaning & Definition of word "Death"
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Death
/dɛθ/
noun:
- 1. The permanent cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism.
- Example: The doctors confirmed her death after several attempts to revive her.
- 2. The end or destruction of something, often used metaphorically.
- Example: The death of the old customs marked the beginning of a new era.
- 3. An instance of dying, especially when it is significant or notable.
- Example: His death was mourned by the entire community, showing how beloved he was.
- 4. The state of being dead.
- Example: She spoke about death with a calmness that surprised those around her.
- 5. A cause of great suffering or destruction.
- Example: The war brought death and devastation to many innocent lives.
Etymology
Old English 'deaþ', from Proto-Germanic '*dauthuz'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
death knell:
A warning that something is about to come to an end.
dance with death:
To face a dangerous or life-threatening situation.
death sentence:
A judicial pronouncement that a person is to be executed.
cheating death:
To narrowly avoid death or a life-threatening situation.
Related Words
deceased:
A person who has died.
mortality:
The state of being subject to death.
necrology:
The study or list of deaths.
obituary:
A notice of a person's death, often with a brief biography.
Slang Meanings of death
Meaning: Kick the bucket
Example Sentence: He finally kicked the bucket after a long illness.
Meaning: Bite the dust
Example Sentence: The old car finally bit the dust after years of use.
Meaning: Casualty
Example Sentence: There were many casualties in the accident.
Meaning: Pushing up daisies
Example Sentence: My grandfather is pushing up daisies now.