carcass

[kahr-kuh s]

carcass Definition

  • 1the dead body of an animal, especially one that is large or has been slaughtered for meat
  • 2the remaining structure of something that has been severely damaged or destroyed

Using carcass: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "carcass" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The vultures were circling above the carcass of a deer.

  • Example

    The carcass of the old building was all that remained after the fire.

  • Example

    The hunters brought back the carcasses of several deer.

carcass Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for carcass

Phrases with carcass

  • to examine something carefully in order to find any useful parts or information

    Example

    After the company went bankrupt, investors began to pick over the carcass of its assets.

  • to leave behind something that is no longer useful or valuable

    Example

    The company decided to leave a carcass of its old product line and focus on new innovations.

  • the buying and selling of animal carcasses for their meat, hides, and other parts

    Example

    The local market is known for its bustling carcass trade, with vendors selling everything from beef to chicken.

Origins of carcass

from Old French 'carcois', meaning 'dead body'

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Summary: carcass in Brief

The term 'carcass' [kahr-kuh s] refers to the dead body of an animal, especially one that is large or has been slaughtered for meat. It can also refer to the remaining structure of something that has been severely damaged or destroyed. Examples include 'The vultures were circling above the carcass of a deer.' and 'The carcass of the old building was all that remained after the fire.' Phrases like 'pick over the carcass' denote careful examination, while 'leave a carcass' implies something that is no longer useful or valuable.

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