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murder

noun, verb
/ˈmɜːrdər/

Meaning

the unlawful killing of a person; to kill someone unlawfully and intentionally

Example Sentences

The detective investigated the murder that shocked the town.

Example Expressions

murder will out

Synonyms

homicide, killing, assassination, slaughter

Antonyms

rescue, save

Collocations

commit murder, brutal murder, murder case, murder weapon

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