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parricide

noun
/ˈpær.ɪ.saɪd/

Meaning

The act of killing one's father, mother, or other close relative.

Example Sentences

The court tried him for parricide after the tragic incident.

Synonyms

patricide, matricide, familicide, murder

Antonyms

protection, guardianship

Collocations

accused of parricide, case of parricide, crime of parricide

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