Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
death-toll
noun
/dɛθ toʊl/
Definition
The number of deaths resulting from a particular event, such as an accident, disaster, or conflict.
Examples
- The earthquake’s death toll is estimated to be in the hundreds.
- Officials reported a rising death toll from the ongoing conflict.
- After the train crash, the death toll was confirmed to be 25.
Meaning
Death-toll refers to the total count of individuals who have lost their lives due to specific circumstances or incidents.
Synonyms
- fatalities
- casualties
- loss of life
