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Euthanize: meaning, definitions and examples

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euthanize

 

[ juหหˆฮธษ™n.aษชz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

animal welfare

To euthanize means to intentionally end the life of an animal, usually to relieve suffering. This process is conducted in a humane manner, often through the administration of a lethal injection that ensures a quick and painless death. Euthanasia is generally considered when an animal is suffering from a terminal illness or severe injury that affects its quality of life. While it is a controversial topic, many pet owners and veterinarians view it as a compassionate option for alleviating pain and distress.

Synonyms

dispatch, eliminate, put down, terminate

Examples of usage

  • The veterinarian recommended to euthanize the dog due to its chronic illness.
  • They decided to euthanize their cat to prevent further suffering.
  • Euthanizing a pet is one of the hardest decisions for owners.
  • Many shelters practice euthanasia to manage populations of stray animals.

Translations

Translations of the word "euthanize" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น eutanรกsia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ euthanasia

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Euthanasie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ eutanasia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะฒั‚ะฐะฝะฐะทั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ eutanazja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎ‰ๆฅฝๆญป

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท euthanasie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ eutanasia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eutanasia

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ˆ๋ฝ์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู‚ุชู„ ุงู„ุฑุญูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ eutanazie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ eutanรกzia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎ‰ไนๆญป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eutanazija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dauรฐahjรกlp

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฒั‚ะฐะฝะฐะทะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ•แƒ—แƒแƒœแƒแƒ–แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ eutanasia

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ eutanasia

Etymology

The term 'euthanize' originates from the Greek word 'euthanasia', which means 'good death'. The prefix 'eu-' signifies 'good', while 'thanatos' means 'death'. The word gained prominence in the late 19th century, particularly within medical and veterinary contexts. During this period, discussions surrounding animal welfare and the humane treatment of suffering animals became more prevalent. Originally, euthanasia was largely associated with human medical practices, but it later extended to encompass animals as well. The practice, however, has been met with ethical debates over the right to end life, whether for humans or animals, marking its social and legal complexities across different cultures.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,200, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.