Meaning & Definition of word "Dying"

Dying

/ˈdaɪɪŋ/

verb:

  • 1. the act of ceasing to live; the process of passing away.
    • Example: The doctor explained that the patient was dying from a terminal illness.
  • 2. to lose vitality or force; to become weak, to fade away.
    • Example: The flowers are dying in the heat without enough water.
  • 3. to feel extreme sadness or distress over something.
    • Example: I was dying to know what happened at the meeting.

adjective:

  • 1. on the verge of death; near death.
    • Example: He was found in a dying state after the accident.
  • 2. urgent or desperate; needing immediate attention.
    • Example: The organization is facing dying funds and needs donations.
  • 3. close to the end of something; in a state of decline.
    • Example: The dying art of letter writing is being overshadowed by digital communication.

Etymology

From Old English 'dīgian', meaning to die.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dying for:

Extremely wanting or desiring something.

dying to:

Eager or anxious to do something.

a dying art:

A skill or practice that is becoming rare or obsolete.

Related Words

expire:

To come to an end or cease to be valid.

death:

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

terminal:

Relating to an incurable and fatal condition.

Slang Meanings of dying

Meaning: Dying of laughter.

Example Sentence: That joke was hilarious; I'm dying of laughter!

Meaning: Dying to know.

Example Sentence: I'm dying to know what happens next in the story.