croak
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Meaning · English
To die.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I would like to understand before I croak. I would like to understand, and then I’m perfectly fine to shuffle off my mortal coil.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “croak” mean?
To die.
Is “croak” formal or informal?
croak is generally slang.