MISDEMEANOUR


Meaning of MISDEMEANOUR in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ mɪsdɪmi:nə(r) ]

( misdemeanours)

Note: in AM, use 'misdemeanor'

1.

A misdemeanour is an act that some people consider to be wrong or unacceptable. ( FORMAL )

Emily knew nothing about her husband’s misdemeanours.

N-COUNT

2.

In the United States and other countries where the legal system distinguishes between very serious crimes and less serious ones, a misdemeanour is a less serious crime. ( LEGAL )

She was charged with a misdemeanour, that of carrying a concealed weapon.

N-COUNT

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