불치병이나 고통이 심한 질병, 또는 회복 불가능한 혼수상태에 있는 사람이나 동물을 고통 없이 죽게 하는 행위.
The painless killing of a person or animal suffering from an incurable and painful disease or in an irreversible coma.
예문:
"The ethics committee met to discuss the hospital's policy on euthanasia for terminally ill patients."
"Veterinarians may suggest euthanasia as a humane option for pets in constant pain with no hope of recovery."
"Public opinion remains deeply divided over the legalization of voluntary euthanasia."