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Definition murder in American English

murder noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ˈmɜrdər/
1

the crime of killing someone deliberately

Example

The jury found him guilty of murder.

Example

a murder investigation/charge/conviction

Example

The murder was committed on New Year's Eve.

Example

She is being charged with attempted murder.

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Definition murder in American English