Kiss Of Death Definition

noun

An action or quality, often seemingly helpful, which is actually harmful or ruinous.

Webster's New World

A kiss on the cheek that signifies the death of the receiver, as delivered by a mob boss or one with such influence.

Wiktionary

(informal, idiomatic) Something that may seem good and favourable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc.

The role in the soap opera was the kiss of death for Ann's career as a theatrical actress.

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Other Word Forms of Kiss Of Death

Singular:

kiss of death

Plural:

kisses of death

From the kiss by which Judas betrayed Jesus (Mark 14:44–46)

From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
Biblical: Judas betraying Jesus with a kiss.

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