noun

euthanasia

euthanasia

The debate over euthanasia is very complex.

The debate over euthanasia is very complex.

Some countries have legalized voluntary euthanasia.

Some countries have legalised voluntary euthanasia.

euthanasia the practice of intentionally ending a life to relieve pain The debate over euthanasia is complex.

mercy killing, assisted suicide

From Greek 'eu-' (good) and 'thanatos' (death), literally meaning 'good death'.

Break it down: 'EU' (good) + 'THANASia' (death). Think of a peaceful end.

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