Slaying Meaning in English
word · lemma: slay
释义
The act of killing someone or something, usually in a violent way. It can refer to both the literal act of killing or, in slang, to doing something extremely well.
用法与细微差别
'Slaying' as a noun is formal/literary for violent killing, often in news reports or stories ('the slaying of...'). As slang ('She's slaying'), it means doing something exceptionally well, especially fashion or performance. Don't confuse with 'slaying' as a literal killing in serious contexts.
例句
The police are investigating the slaying of a local businessman.
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The dragon’s slaying was told in many stories.
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The newspaper reported another slaying last night.
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She walked on stage and was absolutely slaying it in that red dress.
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That comedian was slaying with every joke.
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Social media says you’re slaying that new hairstyle!
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