Carcasses

The plural form of 'carcass,' referring to the dead body of an animal, especially one that is slaughtered for food or consumed by scavengers. It can also describe the remains of a human body. Often implies decomposition or decay. Metaphorically, the term can be used for the framework of an object, like the 'carcass' of a building before its completion, or to something devoid of life or vitality. The word evokes images of death, desolation, and the cycle of life and death within nature.

Carcasses meaning with examples

• Vultures circled high above the desert, patiently watching for the carcasses of dehydrated animals. They would descend once their prey had succumbed to the scorching sun, ensuring no wastage of their food. The relentless heat was leaving multiple carcasses of the desert fauna every day and the air was becoming acrid.
• The archaeologists carefully unearthed the preserved carcasses of ancient animals, piecing together a story of prehistoric life. Each bone told a story. Detailed analysis of the carcasses helped them determine the species, diet, and even cause of death, allowing them to re-construct the ancient world of the prehistoric animals.
• Following the devastating flood, the riverbanks were littered with the carcasses of livestock, creating a putrid smell and a breeding ground for disease. Emergency services were dispatched to remove the carcasses and prevent outbreaks. The sight of the carcasses was a grim reminder of the devastation the community experienced.
• The decaying carcasses of fallen soldiers lay strewn across the battlefield, a grim testament to the brutal cost of war. Their presence made their location almost unlivable. The stench of death hung heavy in the air, a constant reminder of the lives lost and the futility of the conflict.