Euthanasie

Etymology
From, from.

Noun

 * 1) euthanasia (the practice of intentionally and painlessly killing a human being or animal for humane reasons, especially in order to end great suffering or poor quality of life)

Usage notes

 * In German, is often used as a preferred synonym of, which was used as a euphemism of the systematic murder of disabled and sick people during the National Socialist period.