euthanasia — the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌjuːθəˈneɪziə/
Korean meaning: 고통과 괴로움을 덜어주기 위해 의도적으로 생명을 끝내는 행위, 안락사
Korean pronunciation: 유서**네이**지어
Example Sentences
- The Netherlands was one of the first countries to legalize euthanasia under strict medical supervision.
- The ethics committee spent months debating whether euthanasia should be considered a human right or a violation of medical ethics.
- My grandmother joked that she'd rather choose euthanasia than listen to my uncle's karaoke for another hour.
euthanasia
NOUN//ˌjuːθəˈneɪziə//
the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain and suffering
A veterinarian performs euthanasia to end the suffering dog's pain
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Anesthesia erases pain like amnesia, making euthanasia a peaceful choice
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'euthanasia', composed of 'eu-' (good) and 'thanatos' (death). The term was coined in ancient Greece but gained medical usage in the 19th century to describe mercy killing.
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“The Netherlands was one of the first countries to legalize euthanasia under strict medical supervision.”
“The ethics committee spent months debating whether euthanasia should be considered a human right or a violation of medical ethics.”
“My grandmother joked that she'd rather choose euthanasia than listen to my uncle's karaoke for another hour.”
“The documentary explored different perspectives on euthanasia from religious, medical, and legal viewpoints.”
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