Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Dead Language.
Dead Language - as a noun
A language that is no longer learned as a native language
Example Sentences
"Latin is a dead language that is no longer spoken as a native language."
"Ancient Greek is another example of a dead language that is no longer in everyday use."
"Sanskrit, although studied by scholars, is considered a dead language."
"Coptic is a dead language that evolved from ancient Egyptian."
"Aramaic, once spoken by Jesus, is now considered a dead language."