Meaning of the word carnage in English

What does carnage mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

carnage

US /ˈkɑːr.nɪdʒ/
UK /ˈkɑː.nɪdʒ/

Noun

the violent killing of large numbers of people

Example:
The battlefield was a scene of utter carnage.
The accident resulted in terrible carnage on the highway.