manslaughter

[man-slaw-ter]

manslaughter Definition

  • 1the crime of killing a person without intending to do so, or without intending to cause serious injury, but as a result of recklessness or criminal negligence
  • 2the act of killing someone by accident

Using manslaughter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "manslaughter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The driver was charged with manslaughter after hitting a pedestrian.

  • Example

    He was convicted of manslaughter for causing the death of his friend in a car accident.

  • Example

    The defendant pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was sentenced to five years in prison.

manslaughter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for manslaughter

  • unpremeditated murder
  • involuntary manslaughter
  • culpable homicide

Phrases with manslaughter

  • the crime of killing someone intentionally but without premeditation or malice aforethought

    Example

    He was charged with voluntary manslaughter after killing his wife's lover in a fit of rage.

  • the crime of killing someone unintentionally but as a result of reckless or negligent behavior

    Example

    The doctor was charged with involuntary manslaughter after administering an overdose of medication to a patient.

  • the crime of causing the death of a person while driving a vehicle recklessly or under the influence of drugs or alcohol

    Example

    The driver was charged with vehicular manslaughter after crashing into a group of pedestrians.

Origins of manslaughter

from 'man' (in the sense of human) + 'slaughter'

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Summary: manslaughter in Brief

Manslaughter [man-slaw-ter] is the crime of killing someone without intending to do so, usually as a result of recklessness or criminal negligence. It can also refer to accidental killing. Examples include 'The driver was charged with manslaughter after hitting a pedestrian.' and 'He was convicted of manslaughter for causing the death of his friend in a car accident.' Other types of manslaughter include voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, and vehicular manslaughter.

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