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Thanatology

Thanatology is the scientific study of death, dying, and the processes related to it.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. The study of death and dying.

2. The branch of knowledge that deals with the process of dying.

3. The psychological study of attitudes towards death and dying.

Sample Sentences:

1. She decided to pursue a career in thanatology to understand the various aspects of death.

2. Thanatology helps healthcare professionals better cope with the emotional aspects of patients nearing the end of their lives.

3. The thanatologist conducted extensive research to explore society's rituals associated with death.

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• "Death: A Very Short Introduction" by Philip C. Almond
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