Moribund

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ˈmɔːrɪbÊŒnd/

Origin

From Latin moribundus ("dying")

Full definition of moribund

Adjective

1. Approaching death; about to die; dying; expiring.
2. Almost obsolete, nearing an end.

Derived terms

• moribundity
• moribundly
• moribundness

Noun

1. A person who is near to dying.