Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grim reaper
noun
/ɡrɪm ˈriːpər/
Definition
A personification of death, often depicted as a cloaked figure with a scythe.
Examples
- The grim reaper appeared in many cultures as a reminder of mortality.
- In the movie, the character dressed as the grim reaper to convey the theme of death.
- People often joke about the grim reaper when discussing superstitions around death.
Meaning
The grim reaper symbolizes the end of life and the inevitability of death.
Synonyms
- Death
- Mortis
- Death’s head
