Slaying Definition

slaying
noun
  1. unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being

"Slaying" in song lyrics

See how slaying is used in real songs:

  • "What I'm saying quit playing I'm a tell you how it's slaying"
    Anybody Killa f/ Jamie Madrox — Come Out and Play
  • "It ain't a game when we come through, we slaying"
    Dr. Ama f/ Haxaw, R.B.I. — The Realest
  • "jersey city slaying"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "slaying"

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