Definition of «killing»

The term "killing" refers to the act of murdering or taking someone's life. It can also refer to any action that causes harm, damage or destruction, such as killing a plant by neglecting it or killing time by doing nothing productive. In some contexts, it may be used figuratively to describe something that is very difficult or impossible to do, for example "this exam is going to be a real killing".

Usage examples

The killing of innocent civilians in the war zone is a grave humanitarian concern.
Animal poaching is driving some species to the brink of extinction, and we need strong measures to combat this killing.
The serial killer left a trail of clues at each crime scene, baffling investigators trying to solve the string of killings.
The documentary shed light on the appalling conditions in factory farms, exposing the killing of animals for mass-produced meat products.
The police officer was hailed as a hero for his quick action in stopping the would-be robber, preventing any further killing or harm.

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Specifically, the stories of mass killings of people by their own god. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
There's a lot of killing in the old testament by god with no request for surrender. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
But they didn't kill in the name of religion but in the name of their sworn duty. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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Definition of «killing»

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