This is the 1758th most frequent Russian word.
жертвой
The Russian word "жертвой" means "victim" or "sacrifice" in English.
In this sentence, 'жертвой' (a victim) refers to someone who has suffered harm or deception, particularly resulting from a wrongful act.
Она стала жертвой мошенничества.
She became a victim of fraud.
Here, 'жертвой' is used metaphorically to describe something being consumed or lost due to someone's actions.
Жертвой его ненасытного аппетита стал последний кусок пирога.
The last piece of pie fell victim to his insatiable appetite.
The word 'жертвой' is connected to the concept of sacrifice, where something is willingly given up for a greater cause.