dying meaning and definition

DYING noun

Definition of dying (noun)

1. the time when something ends
   • "it was the death of all his plans"; "a dying of old hopes"
   • synonyms: death, demise
   • antonym: birth

DYING adjective

Definition of dying (adjective)

1. in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be
   • "a dying man"; "his dying wish"; "a dying fire"; "a dying civilization"
   • antonym: nascent
2. eagerly desirous
   • "anxious to see the new show at the museum"; "dying to hear who won"
   • synonyms: anxious