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Mortality Definition & Meaning

mortality
noun
  1. the quality or state of being mortal
  2. the ratio of deaths in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 per year

"Mortality" in song lyrics

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  • "Living incarnation of the dark, side of mortality"
    CPO — Homicide
  • "Until the soul overcomes the illusion of mortality"
    MF Grimm — Ten Stories
  • "Now when you're young, death can make you aware of your mortality"
    MURS — A Friend's Blues

Usage tips for "mortality"

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Frequently asked questions

What does mortality mean?
the quality or state of being mortal the ratio of deaths in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 per year
What part of speech is mortality?
Mortality is a noun.
How many definitions does mortality have?
Mortality has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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