slay
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/sleɪ/
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/sleɪ/
To cause the death of someone or something, usually in a violent way.
The knight managed to slay the fearsome beast.
那位騎士設法殺死了那只可怕的野獸。
To kill someone unlawfully and deliberately.
The criminal was convicted for slaying the innocent victim.
罪犯因殺害無辜的受害者而被定罪。
To impress or entertain someone greatly, often used in a humorous or informal context.
The comedian's jokes really slayed the audience.
喜劇演員的笑話真的逗樂了觀眾。