This is the 8767th most frequent Russian word.
погибших
"Погибших" means "of those who died" or "of the deceased."
Here, 'погибших' refers to people who perished, specifically in a tragic or significant event.
Они возложили цветы на памятник погибших.
They laid flowers at the monument to the fallen.
The word 'погибших' denotes individuals who lost their lives during the war.
Мы должны помнить о погибших в войне.
We must remember those who perished in the war.
In this context, 'погибших' concerns those who died, acknowledging their passing and its impact on surviving relatives.