Dictionary Entry
cold blooded
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Meaning
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Lacking emotion or pity; cruel and deliberate; or referring to animals that regulate their body temperature externally.
Example Sentence
The detective was known for his cold-blooded approach to solving crimes, showing no mercy to the perpetrators.
Usage Note
Used to describe a person who acts cruelly and deliberately without showing emotion, or to classify animals (like reptiles and fish) that rely on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature.