slain
Pronunciation:
/sleɪn/noun
Definitions
(with "the") Those who have been killed.
verb
Definitions
To kill, murder.
Example: Our foes must all be slain.
To eradicate or stamp out.
Example: You must slay these thoughts.
(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.
To delight or overwhelm, especially with laughter.
Example: Ha ha! You slay me!