Simple English definitions for legal terms
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KILL
Definition: To make something or someone stop living or existing.
The word "kill" means to cause someone or something to die. It can also be used to describe stopping or ending something, like a proposal or an idea.
Definition: To end life or cause physical death. The word can also be used figuratively to mean putting an end to something.
The examples illustrate the different ways the word "kill" can be used. The first three examples show the literal meaning of ending a life, while the fourth example shows the figurative meaning of putting an end to something. In all cases, the word "kill" implies a finality and irreversible action.