Definition of the word dying

The word "dying" originates from Old English "dægian," which means "to turn" or "to rotate." This word is related to the Germanic root "dagiz," which refers to daylight or dawn. In the context of mortality, the word "dying" originally meant "to move towards death," implying a gradual transition or turning towards the end of life. Over time, the spelling and meaning of the word "dying" evolved to its current form, with "dyng" appearing in Middle English circa 1300. The modern English spelling "dying" emerged in the 15th century, and has since become the standard term to describe the process of passing away. Despite its etymology, the word "dying" no longer carries its original connotations of rotation or turning, instead conveying a sense of mortality and the end of life.