death

//dɛθ//
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Visual representation of death

Noun

deathsPlural
1

The end of life; the permanent cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism.

The death of his grandfather was very sad for the family.

2

The state of being dead.

The doctor confirmed his death at 3 a.m.

3

The personification of death, often depicted as a skeletal figure in a black robe carrying a scythe.

In medieval art, Death is often shown as a skeleton with a scythe.

4

The destruction or permanent end of something.

The rise of digital media marked the death of many traditional newspapers.

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