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Meaning of slain

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

slain

Pronunciation:/sleɪn/

noun

Definitions

  1. (with "the") Those who have been killed.

verb

Definitions

  1. To kill, murder.

    Example: Our foes must all be slain.

  2. To eradicate or stamp out.

    Example: You must slay these thoughts.

  3. (by extension) To defeat, overcome (in a competition or contest).

    Example: 1956, “Giants Slay Bears in Pro Title Battle”, in Lodi News-Sentinel, 1956 December 31, page 8.

  4. To delight or overwhelm, especially with laughter.

    Example: Ha ha! You slay me!