Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lingering-death
noun
/ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ dɛθ/
Definition
A prolonged state of dying, typically associated with suffering or a gradual decline in health leading to death.
Examples
- Her lingering death lasted for weeks, filled with pain and uncertainty.
- Many families are left to cope with the emotional toll of a lingering death.
Meaning
The term refers to a situation where a person remains in a state of dying for an extended period, experiencing discomfort or pain rather than a swift death.
Synonyms
- prolonged dying
- slow demise
- extended suffering
