Definitions
v. To cause a person, animal, or other organism to die
杀死；使死亡
v. To cause something to stop or fail
使终止；扼杀
Example
This soap helps kill germs on your hands.
这种肥皂有助于杀灭手上的病菌。
Excessive use of pesticides can kill beneficial insects and disrupt the natural balance of agricultural ecosystems.
过量使用农药会杀死益虫，破坏农业生态系统的自然平衡。
Collocations
- kill germs
- kill time
- kill off
- kill enthusiasm
Word family
- killer (n.)
- killing (n.)
Antonyms
- revive
Usage tip
kill强调造成死亡；die表示自身死亡，不接宾语。
FAQ
- What does kill mean?
- To cause a person, animal, or other organism to die To cause something to stop or fail
- How is kill pronounced?
- UK /kɪl/, US /kɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
