öldürmeden
Öldürmeden is a Turkish adverbial form derived from the verb öldürmek (to kill) with the negation suffix -meden, meaning “without doing [that].” It literally translates to “without killing” and is used to describe actions carried out without causing death.
In grammar, -meden attaches to the verb stem to form an adverbial clause of manner or condition.
Usage and nuance, Öldürmeden is frequently employed in everyday language, journalism, and literature to emphasize non-lethal
Notes on context: while öldürmeden is primarily a descriptive device, its interpretation relies on surrounding language
See also: Turkish grammar on the -meden/-madan negation forms; related phrases expressing non-lethal actions in Turkish.