Definition of undead

undeadadjective

xác sống

/ʌnˈded//ʌnˈded/

The term "undead" is a combination of two words: "un" (meaning not or without) and "dead". It refers to fictional or supernatural creatures that have been brought back to life or preserved in some way, despite having died. Although the usage of the word "undead" in this context appears to be relatively modern, its roots can be traced back to ancient myths and legends. In many cultures, there are tales of revenants or wraiths, spirits of the deceased that return from the grave to haunt the living. These traditions often depict the dead as being impelled by an unresolved issue or a desire to seek vengeance. The word "undead" is commonly associated with horror and fantasy literature, particularly in the context of films and videogames, where it is used to describe zombies, vampires, werewolves, and other monsters that defy death. Its popular usage can be traced back to the 1920s, when the term "revivified corpse" was still in use. However, "undead" has now become the more popular and widely understood phrase. Overall, the origins of the word "undead" remind us of the age-old fascination humans have with the supernatural and the unknown, and how our imaginations continue to be drawn to tales of the living dead.

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dead, but still able to move, act and (in some cases) think and speak. Vampires and zombies are undead.

đã chết, nhưng vẫn có thể di chuyển, hành động và (trong một số trường hợp) suy nghĩ và nói. Ma cà rồng và thây ma là xác sống.

Example:
  • In this movie, Frankenstein is presented as a giant, undead monster, brought to life through the dark power of science.

    Trong bộ phim này, Frankenstein được miêu tả là một con quái vật khổng lồ, bất tử, được hồi sinh nhờ sức mạnh đen tối của khoa học.

creatures who are undead

những sinh vật bất tử

Example:
  • In this game, players have to battle a vast army of the undead.

    Trong trò chơi này, người chơi phải chiến đấu với một đội quân xác sống khổng lồ.

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