HIGH CRIME


Meaning of HIGH CRIME in English

noun

1. : a crime of an infamous nature contrary to public morality but not technically constituting a felony ; specifically : an offense which the United States Senate deems to constitute adequate grounds for removal of the president, vice-president, or any civil officer as a person unfit to hold public office and deserving of impeachment

2. : a crime of a serious or aggravated nature

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