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to slay
01
to intentionally cause someone's death with planning and purpose
Transitive: to slay a person or animal
Grammatical Information
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
slay
3rd person singular
slays
Past simple
slew
Past participle
slain
Examples
The villain plotted to slay the hero in a cunning and deliberate manner.
02
to impress, look amazing, or perform exceptionally well, especially in style or appearance
Slang
Examples
She slayed in that red carpet gown.
slay
01
used to praise someone for doing something exceptionally well
Slang
Examples
That outfit is absolutely perfect, slay!
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