noun
- Plural of euthanasia; instances or practices of ending the life of a person or animal to relieve suffering, typically when they are terminally ill or in severe pain.
Usage: Countable plural form; Often used in medical, legal, or ethical discussions
Examples
- Different countries have different laws regarding euthanasias.
- The medical ethics committee discussed several euthanasias performed under strict legal guidelines.
- Debates about euthanasias often involve questions of personal autonomy and religious beliefs.
- Some jurisdictions permit physician-assisted euthanasias for terminally ill patients.
- The documentary examined euthanasias in veterinary medicine across multiple countries.