burking

[US]/bɜ:k/
[UK]/bɚk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. eliminar en secreto; causar que alguien se asfixie hasta la muerte

Phrases & Collocations

burke and hare

burke y hare

Example Sentences

Burke set a blistering pace.

Burke marcó un ritmo vertiginoso.

Burke's views were orthodox in his time.

Las opiniones de Burke eran ortodoxas en su época.

burked the investigation by failing to reappoint the commission.

burked la investigación al no volver a nombrar a la comisión.

Burke knocked out Byrne, thus becoming champion.

Burke noqueó a Byrne, convirtiéndose así en campeón.

Burke pushed the button and the elevator began its slow ascent.

Burke presionó el botón y el ascensor comenzó su lento ascenso.

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now