Decease ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Decease ( noun )

1. The act of dying; death.
2. The permanent cessation of all vital bodily functions.

Origin:

From old french deces, from latin decessus 'departure, death'.

Examples:

1. The family announced the decease of their beloved grandfather.
2. The official cause of decease was listed as heart failure.

(As a verb)

Decease ( verb )

1. The act of dying; death.
2. The permanent cessation of all vital bodily functions.

Origin:

From old french deces, from latin decessus 'departure, death'.

Examples:

1. The family announced the decease of their beloved grandfather.
2. The official cause of decease was listed as heart failure.