Slain
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sleɪ̯n/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Slain is a verb meaning past participle of slay.
Meaning
past participle of slay.
More Meanings
- Those who have been killed.
Example Sentences
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While the Valkyries were the choosers of the valorous slain, they were also obedient to the call of any in distress who asked their help.
[…]Morat ! the proud, the patriot field ! where man ¶ May gaze on ghastly trophies of the slain, ¶ Nor blush for those who conquered on that plain ; ¶ Here Burgundy bequeath'd his tombless host, ¶ A bony heap, through ages to remain, ¶ Themselves their monument ;— the Stygian coast ¶ Unsepulchred they roam'd, and shriek'd each wandering ghost.
Synonyms for slain
Depending on context, synonyms include dead.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dead, murdered, killing, kill, assassinate, assassination.
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