
murder
/ˈmɜːdə/ · /ˈmɝːdɚ/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #3093 in the learning path
谋杀;谋杀案
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.