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View synonyms for mercy killing

mercy killing

mercy killing

noun

  1. See euthanasia
    another term for euthanasia

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Word History and Origins

Origin of mercy killing1

First recorded in 1930–35

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Example Sentences

"Call it a mercy killing," murmured Donna between pale lips.

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