bloodbath
/ˈblʌdbɑθ/Definitions
1. noun
A violent and bloody conflict or incident, often resulting in many deaths or injuries.
“The city witnessed a bloodbath during the civil war, with thousands of innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.”
2. noun
A period of time in which a particular activity or phenomenon is widespread or intense, often to an excessive or destructive degree.
“The company’s aggressive marketing strategy led to a bloodbath in the competitive market, with many smaller businesses struggling to survive.”