Death

/dɛθ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The permanent cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism.

The doctors confirmed her death after several attempts to revive her.

The end or destruction of something, often used metaphorically.

The death of the old customs marked the beginning of a new era.

An instance of dying, especially when it is significant or notable.

His death was mourned by the entire community, showing how beloved he was.

The state of being dead.

She spoke about death with a calmness that surprised those around her.

A cause of great suffering or destruction.

The war brought death and devastation to many innocent lives.

Old English 'deaþ', from Proto-Germanic '*dauthuz'.

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.

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.

Kick the bucket

He finally kicked the bucket after a long illness.

Bite the dust

The old car finally bit the dust after years of use.

Casualty

There were many casualties in the accident.

Pushing up daisies

My grandfather is pushing up daisies now.