death (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɛθ/
Definition
The permanent end of all biological functions that sustain a living organism.
Examples
The news of his father's death shocked the entire family.
She has been living in fear of death since her diagnosis.
The ancient Egyptians had elaborate rituals for the afterlife and believed death was a transition.
How to Use death
- death of (prepositional phrase)
- The end or destruction of something. — "The death of the dinosaurs is a mystery."
- death from (prepositional phrase)
- The cause of death. — "He died of death from a heart attack."
- death of a (collocation)
- The end of a specific thing or concept. — "The death of a dream can be very disheartening."
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