The ratio of deaths in a given population over a specific period of time, typically one year, expressed as a rate per thousand people

The permanent loss of all brain functions, used as a legal and medical indicator of death; specifically involves deep coma, absence of reflexes, and cessation of breathing.

The edge of death or a situation that threatens survival; a state of extreme danger to one might struggle to survive

A type of life insurance where the payout is triggered specifically by the death of the insured person

thanatology; the study of death, including its philosophical, psychological, medical, and cultural aspects

The Chinese title of the Japanese manga and anime series "Death Note" by Ohba Tsugumi and Obata Takeshi

A dangerous meeting or appointment where one's life is at risk

An official document issued by a medical or legal authority confirming a person's death.

an official document issued by a medical practitioner or government authority certifying the death of an individual

a desert valley in eastern California, known for being one of the hottest places on Earth

to experience extreme public embarrassment or shame to the point of being unable to face others; to be completely ostracized or disgraced in a social setting

The medical state where the heart and breathing have stopped but the brain may still be alive and resuscitation remains possible

death that occurs from natural causes, such as illness or old age, rather than by violence or accident

brain death; the condition of being brain dead

the number of deaths per one thousand live births in a given period of time

number of people killed; death toll