Carnage
/ˈkɑː.nɪdʒ/
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The killing of a large number of people, typically in a violent conflict or accident.
The battlefield was a scene of utter carnage after the battle.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle French word 'carnage', which comes from Old Italian 'carnaggio' meaning 'slaughter', ultimately from Latin 'caro' meaning 'flesh'. The word entered English in the 16th century.
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What does Carnage mean?
Carnage means: The killing of a large number of people, typically in a violent conflict or accident.
How do you pronounce Carnage?
Carnage: /ˈkɑː.nɪdʒ/
How is Carnage used in a sentence?
The battlefield was a scene of utter carnage after the battle.