Destroy and Euthanize

Destroy

Destroy verb - To deprive of life.
Usage example: regrettably, the veterinarian was forced to destroy the injured horse

Euthanize and destroy are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Euthanize" instead a verb "Destroy".

Nearby Words: destroyed, destroyer, destroying

Euthanize

Definitions of Destroy not found.

Destroy and euthanize are semantically related. You can use "Destroy" instead a verb "Euthanize".

Nearby Word: euthanizing
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