defunt — no longer existing or functioning; dead or extinct
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: no longer existing or functioning; dead or extinct
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈfʌŋkt/
Example Sentences
- My grandfather still talks about his defunct dreams of becoming a rock star.
- The defunct social media platform had millions of users before it shut down.
- His defunct cooking skills were legendary - he could burn water!
defunt
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈfʌŋkt/]
no longer existing or functioning; dead or extinct
a young woman points sadly at a carousel with missing horses and a cracked roof. Her companion looks around at the deteriorated state of what was once a joyful place. Weeds grow through the cracks in the platform where colorful horses used to spin. The carousel's paint peels off while vines wrap around the broken support poles. Other park visitors walk past empty ticket booths and rusted game stands. Birds have built nests in the abandoned ride mechanisms that will never turn again. an amusement park that is no longer existing or functioning
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'defunctus', the past participle of 'defungi' meaning 'to finish' or 'to discharge one's duty'. Originally referred to someone who had completed their life's duties, hence 'dead' or 'no longer existing'.
Breakdown
de- (completely/thoroughly) + funct- (perform/discharge duty) + past participle ending, literally meaning 'having completely finished one's function'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandfather still talks about his defunct dreams of becoming a rock star.”
“The defunct social media platform had millions of users before it shut down.”
“His defunct cooking skills were legendary - he could burn water!”
“The museum displays artifacts from defunct civilizations.”
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