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Wordabulary

kill

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To cause a person, animal, or other living thing to die.

"The frost killed most of the plants in the garden overnight."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

slay destroy

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The frost _____ most of the plants in the garden overnight."

Answer: kill

In your own words, what does "kill" mean?

To cause a person, animal, or other living thing to die.

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