died
Translation
to die, to pass away, to stop working
Examples
Her grandfather died last year.
Her grandfather died last year.
The engine suddenly died on the highway.
The engine suddenly died on the motorway.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) to cease living from a specific cause He died of cancer.
((from sth.)) to cease living due to an external cause or injury She died from her injuries.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pass away, perish, expire; Antonyms: live, survive, be born
Etymology
From Old English 'dīegan', meaning 'to die'. It has Germanic origins.
Memory Tips
Think of a light going out. When something 'dies', its life or power goes out. This applies to people, plants, and even batteries.