adj
perimortem
Perimortem (adj) means happening around the time of death. Example: “The pathologist noted perimortem bruising on the victim's arms.”
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Happening around the time of death.
"The pathologist noted perimortem bruising on the victim's arms."
How to use perimortem
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOccurring right around the moment someone dies — used mainly in forensic and medical contexts.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with postmortem (after death) or antemortem (before death) — perimortem sits right at the boundary, which is often hard to pin down exactly.
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What does “perimortem” mean?
The word “perimortem” means happening around the time of death. In plain terms, occurring right around the moment someone dies — used mainly in forensic and medical contexts.
How do you use “perimortem” in a sentence?
Here is “perimortem” used in a sentence: “The pathologist noted perimortem bruising on the victim's arms.”
What part of speech is “perimortem”?
“Perimortem” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of perimortem?
"perimortem" (adj) means happening around the time of death.
