Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Slaying.
Slaying - as a noun
Unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
execution18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
homicide16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Slaying - as a verb
To kill, murder.
Example: "Our foes must all be slain."
To eradicate or stamp out.
Example: "You must slay these thoughts."
(by extension) to defeat, overcome (in a competition or contest).
Example: "1956, “giants slay bears in pro title battle”, in lodi news-sentinel, 1956 december 31, page 8."
To delight or overwhelm, especially with laughter.
Example: "Ha ha! you slay me!"
To amaze, stun or otherwise incapacitate by awesomeness; to be awesome at something; to kill (slang sense).
To have sex with
Example Sentences
"The slaying of the dragon was a great victory for the knights."
"The detective was called to investigate the slaying at the crime scene."
"The town held a memorial service for the victims of the brutal slaying."
"The documentary explored the motives behind the notorious slaying that shocked the nation."
"The court case focused on the evidence linking the defendant to the slaying."
Word Game Points
Is SLAYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, slaying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SLAYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is SLAYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, slaying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSLAYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is SLAYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, slaying is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSLAYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
