bloodshed
noun/ˈblʌdʃɛd/
Frequency rank: #9,610 most common English word
Meaning
the killing or wounding of people, typically in a conflict or war.
Example sentence
Both sides agreed to a ceasefire in order to prevent further bloodshed.
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