Definitions

1. verb

to stop breathing and suffer death, typically as a result of a medical condition or injury; to come to an end or be terminated

“The patient died in the hospital after a long battle with cancer.”

2. noun

a tool used for cutting or shaping something, typically a metal device with a sharp edge or point

“The carpenter used a die to cut the metal rod into a precise shape.”

3. noun

a small block of metal or other material, typically in the shape of a cube, used in various manufacturing processes

“The factory used a die to stamp out the metal pieces for the car’s engine.”

4. noun

a mechanism or device used to control the flow of a substance or the operation of a machine

“The valve is a type of die that regulates the water pressure in the pipes.”

5. noun

a small, decorative metal or plastic object used to mark the end of a piece of fabric or other material

“The seamstress used a die to add a decorative finish to the hem of the dress.”

6. noun

a single round or the result of a single roll of a die in a game or other activity

“The player rolled a 6 on the die and won the game.”

7. noun

a metal stamp or seal used to mark or identify something

“The company used a die to stamp its logo onto the product packaging.”

8. verb

to experience a sudden and intense feeling of pain or discomfort, typically due to an injury or illness

“The athlete died on the field after suffering a severe concussion.”

9. verb

to come to an end or be terminated, typically due to a change in circumstances or a decision

“The project died due to a lack of funding and interest from investors.”