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Definition of Cause of death
1. Noun. The causal agent resulting in death. "Heart disease is the biggest killer in the United States"
Exact synonyms: Killer
Generic synonyms: Causal Agency, Causal Agent, Cause
Derivative terms: Kill, Kill
Generic synonyms: Causal Agency, Causal Agent, Cause
Derivative terms: Kill, Kill
Medical Definition of Cause of death
1. Factors which produce cessation of all vital bodily functions. They can be analyzed from an epidemiologic viewpoint. (12 Dec 1998)