Definition of Euthanasia

the practice of terminating the life of an animal or person who is suffering

Examples of Euthanasia in a sentence

The doctor refused to perform euthanasia even though he knew it would permanently remove his patient’s suffering.  🔊

When people discuss euthanasia, they often refer to it as mercy killing – ending a life without pain.  🔊

Euthanasia will put my elderly dog out of his misery.  🔊

Because my mother endured awful pain during her final months, I considered ending her life through euthanasia.  🔊

Removing a person from life support is a type of euthanasia.  🔊

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