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murder

/ˈmɜːdə/ · /ˈmɝːdɚ/

CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #3093 in the learning path

谋杀;谋杀案

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Definitions

n. the crime of deliberately and unlawfully killing someone

谋杀;谋杀案

v. to deliberately and unlawfully kill someone

谋杀

Example

We watched a film about a detective investigating a murder.

我们看了一部讲述侦探调查谋杀案的电影。

Accurate forensic evidence plays a crucial role in solving murder cases and preventing wrongful convictions.

准确的法医证据对侦破谋杀案和防止误判起着关键作用。

Collocations

  • commit murder
  • attempted murder
  • murder investigation
  • be charged with murder

Word family

  • murderer (n.)
  • murderous (adj.)

Usage tip

murder强调非法且故意杀人;kill含义更广。

FAQ

What does murder mean?
the crime of deliberately and unlawfully killing someone to deliberately and unlawfully kill someone
How is murder pronounced?
UK /ˈmɜːdə/, US /ˈmɝːdɚ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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