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homicide
[ hom-uh-sahyd, hoh-muh- ]
homicide
/ ˈɒɪˌɪ /
noun
- the killing of a human being by another person
- a person who kills another
homicide
- The killing of one person by another, whether intended (murder) or not ( manslaughter ). Not all homicide is unlawful; killing in self-defense, for example, is not a crime.
Other Word Forms
- -dzi· noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of homicide1
Example Sentences
Ms Parkes, who set up the Joanna Simpson Trust in her daughter's name to support children affected by domestic abuse and homicide, said victims were "absolutely terrified" when perpetrators came out of prison.
The case has prompted a number of reviews including a mental health homicide review, commissioned by NHS England.
Majewicz was originally charged with murder, but previously admitted the reduced charge of culpable homicide.
Such a move might be politically easier right now, since homicides and shootings are both down by double digits.
Woody’s story shifted many times, often under highly suggestive questioning from law enforcement, and he failed to lead police to a single piece of physical evidence linked to the homicide.
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