Pronunciation: /ˈkɪlɪŋ/
noun the act of causing death, especially intentionally
A1 Killing animals for food is common in many cultures.
A2 The killing of innocent civilians is a war crime.
B1 The killing of endangered species is a serious issue that needs to be addressed.
B2 The killing of unarmed protesters by the military sparked international outrage.
C1 The killing of political dissidents by the government is a violation of human rights.
C2 The killing of journalists for reporting the truth is a heinous crime that must be condemned.
adjective causing or intended to cause death
A1 The killing sun made everyone seek shade.
A2 The killing frost destroyed all the crops in the field.
B1 The killing blow from the enemy soldier left him wounded but alive.
B2 The killing spree by the serial killer terrorized the entire city.
C1 The killing of innocent civilians in the war was a tragic event that shook the nation.
C2 The killing intent in his eyes was unmistakable, sending a chill down her spine.
formal The act of killing another human being is considered a serious crime.
informal I heard the news about the killing in the neighborhood last night.
slang The gang was involved in a lot of shady killings around town.
figurative His constant criticism is like a slow killing of my self-esteem.
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