The Open Dictionary

euthanasia

名詞

UK/ˌjuː.θəˈneɪ.zi.ə/
US/ˌjuː.θəˈneɪ.ʒə/

定義 euthanasia 名詞

  1. Uncountable

    The act of intentionally ending the life of a person who is suffering from an incurable and agonizing disease or condition to relieve their suffering.

    • After a prolonged period of suffering, he opted for euthanasia as a means of relief.

    • In some countries, euthanasia is legal under strict conditions.

    • The ethical implications of euthanasia remain a focal point of public debate.