Deathblow
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɛθbləʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Deathblow is a noun meaning A strike or blow that leads to death, especially a coup de grâce.
Meaning
A strike or blow that leads to death, especially a coup de grâce.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Something that prevents the completion, or ends the existence, of a project etc.; a fatal setback.
Example Sentences
The opening of the bridge dealt a deathblow to the ferry.
He was also there at that fight when Hygelac folded under his deathblow.
Together we will finally strike a deathblow against the corrupt, bloated creature that is the so-called Republic.
Word Forms
- deathblows
- death blow
Synonyms for deathblow
Depending on context, synonyms include coup de grace.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include coup de grace, blow, magistrate, judge, kill, king-hit.
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