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euthanasia
This term carries a heavy emotional and ethical weight, often evoking intense debate regarding autonomy, morality, and the sanctity of life. In medical and legal contexts, it is used with clinical precision to describe the intentional termination of life, though in casual conversation it may be replaced by the softer euphemism "putting to sleep" when referring to pets.
As an abstract concept and a medical practice, the word is treated as an uncountable noun. It describes a general process or a specific act of mercy, and is not used in the plural to describe multiple instances of the practice.
Meanings
Examples
The ethics committee debated the legality of passive euthanasia in terminal cases.
I cannot bear to see my dog in this much pain, so euthanasia is the only kind option left.
Is euthanasia a fundamental right to dignity or a violation of the sanctity of life?
The vet explained that euthanasia would be painless and peaceful for the cat.
Some countries have legalized physician assisted euthanasia under strict guidelines.
Maybe euthanasia is the most compassionate choice for someone with an incurable disease.
The law prohibits any form of involuntary euthanasia regardless of the patient's condition.
The law prohibits any form of involuntary euthanasia regardless of the patient's condition.
We should discuss the possibility of euthanasia before the animal's condition worsens further.