killed
v. A2 Elementary US //ˈkɪɫd// UK //kˈɪld// killed
v. to cause the death of a person, animal, or plant. You can also use it to describe stopping a machine or ending a plan.
v. to cause the death of a living organism; to bring about the end or cessation of something. Transitive — requires a direct object.
The cold weather killed the flowers in the garden.
The doctor explained that the antibiotic treatment is designed to kill the harmful bacteria causing the infection.
While the primary goal of the therapy was to kill the malignant cells, the medical team also had to monitor the patient for signs of systemic toxicity.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.