Dying: meaning, definitions and examples
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dying
[ ˈdaɪ.ɪŋ ]
loss of life
Dying refers to the process of ceasing to live or exist. It is the final stage of life where an organism experiences the cessation of all biological functions that sustain life. Dying can occur due to various causes, including illness, injury, or old age.
Synonyms
croak, decease, expire, pass away, perish.
Examples of usage
- He was dying from a terminal illness.
- The flowers are dying due to the lack of water.
- The patient is dying; the doctors are doing their best.
- They feared dying in the wilderness without supplies.
metaphorical loss
In a more abstract sense, dying can refer to the decline or loss of vitality in something, such as an emotion, idea, or trend.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The enthusiasm for the project is dying.
- The old traditions are dying in modern society.
- Her dreams of becoming a singer were dying.
- The art form is slowly dying out.
Translations
Translations of the word "dying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 morrendo
🇮🇳 मरना
🇩🇪 sterbend
🇮🇩 meninggal
🇺🇦 вмираючий
🇵🇱 umierający
🇯🇵 死にかけている
🇫🇷 mourant
🇪🇸 muriendo
🇹🇷 ölmekte olan
🇰🇷 죽어가는
🇸🇦 يموت
🇨🇿 umírající
🇸🇰 umierajúci
🇨🇳 正在死亡
🇸🇮 umirajoč
🇮🇸 deyandi
🇰🇿 өліп бара жатқан
🇬🇪 მკვდარი
🇦🇿 ölən
🇲🇽 muriendo
Etymology
The term 'dying' originates from the Old English word 'dīegan', which is derived from a Proto-Germanic verb '*daiwijan'. This connects to the more general Proto-Indo-European root '*dai-' which means 'to die'. Over the centuries, the word has evolved in its spelling and usage. In Middle English, it appeared as 'dyen', eventually becoming 'dying' in Modern English. The concept of dying has been a critical aspect of human existence, often reflected in literature, philosophy, and culture. Death and dying have been subjects of contemplation, providing insight into the human condition and prompting reflections on mortality, the afterlife, and the legacy left behind. The cultural and linguistic significance of dying extends across various languages and societies, making it a universal theme in human experience.