Euthanizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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euthanizing

 

[ juหฮธษ™naษชzษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

animal rights

Euthanizing refers to the act of deliberately ending a person's or animal's life to relieve them of suffering from an incurable condition or severe pain. This term is most commonly associated with the practice of mercifully ending the lives of pets or animals suffering from illness or injury. While euthanasia can be a compassionate choice, it is often the subject of ethical debates, especially in the context of human life. It is important to approach euthanizing with care and consideration, ensuring that it is the best choice for the individual involved.

Synonyms

mercy killing, putting down, termination.

Examples of usage

  • The veterinarian recommended euthanizing the dog to prevent further suffering.
  • Euthanizing a terminally ill patient raises ethical questions for many medical professionals.
  • Animal shelters may have to resort to euthanizing stray animals to manage overcrowding.
  • The decision to euthanize a beloved pet is often difficult for owners.

Translations

Translations of the word "euthanizing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น eutanรกsia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคตเคธเคพเคจ

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 รถtenazi

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 dauรฐayfirlรฝsing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตะฒั‚ะฐะฝะฐะทะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ•แƒ—แƒแƒœแƒแƒ–แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ eutanasiyaya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ eutanasia

Etymology

The term 'euthanize' derives from the Greek word 'euthanasia', which means 'good death'. This word is a combination of 'eu', meaning 'good', and 'thanatos', meaning 'death'. The concept has its roots in ancient philosophy, where 'good death' was often understood as a peaceful transition from life, free from suffering. Euthanasia as a practice gained more attention in the 20th century, particularly due to advances in medicine and the discussions concerning the rights of patients versus the responsibilities of medical practitioners. Over time, euthanasia has become a complex and often controversial issue in ethics, law, and healthcare, leading to various legal statuses across countries. The understanding and implementation of euthanizing continue to evolve, reflecting society's changing views on life, suffering, and autonomy.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,339, 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.