tan1 coeng1吞槍吞枪
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Yaletān chēung
Definition
To commit suicide by shooting oneself in the mouth.
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How it's used
This term is exclusively used in the context of suicide by firearm and carries a very dark, graphic tone. It is almost never used in a metaphorical sense to describe other types of failure or defeat. Because it is highly specific and morbid, it is typically restricted to news reports or serious discussions about tragic events.
Examples
He couldn't get over it and actually went to shoot himself.
Committing suicide by shooting oneself is a very extreme method.
Related words
Common phrases
to commit suicide by shooting oneself
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe being shot by someone else, as it specifically implies a self-inflicted act. Using it to describe a murder would be factually incorrect and confusing to listeners.
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