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dy·ing
 dying
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- pronunciation:
- daI
Ing
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
nearing death; losing life.
a dying tree- antonyms:
- thriving
- similar words:
- done for
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| definition 2: |
spoken or done just before death.
his dying wish |
| definition 3: |
coming to an end or conclusion.
the dying wail of a distant train |
| related words: |
mortal |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the act or process of coming to an end, esp. the end of life.
The king's dying left the country in turmoil.- similar words:
- passing
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