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moribund

Moribund (adj) means approaching death; about to die; dying; expiring.

adj
1
Approaching death; about to die; dying; expiring.
2
Almost obsolete; nearing an end.
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Etymology

From Latin moribundus (“dying”).

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What is the meaning of moribund?

"moribund" (adj) means approaching death; about to die; dying; expiring.

What are the different meanings of moribund?

"moribund" has 2 main meanings: 1. Approaching death; about to die; dying; expiring; 2. Almost obsolete; nearing an end.

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