corpse
Pronunciation: [kɔːrps]
Word
Context: “death”
(noun) a corpse is the body of a person or animal that has died. When someone passes away, their body is called a corpse.
Example
The detective examined the corpse to gather clues about what happened.
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The doctor confirmed that there was no corpse found at the scene.
Example
What happens to a corpse after a funeral?
Context: “literature”
(noun) in stories and books, a corpse may represent something sad or scary. It helps create an atmosphere of mystery or fear.
Example
In the horror movie, the discovery of the corpse led the characters to uncover a dark secret.
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The story did not include any corpses, which made it less thrilling.
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Why do you think the author chose to describe the corpse in detail?
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