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crime
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- pronunciation:
- kraIm
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
something that people do that is against the law.
Stealing is a crime.- synonyms:
- felony, offense
- similar words:
- misdemeanor, violation
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| definition 2: |
illegal activity in general.
Police try to fight crime.There is more crime in a city than in this small town. |
| related words: |
outrage |
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some actions associated with crime |
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assault, charge, kidnap, kill, rob, steal |
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some broader categories that include crimes |
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law |
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some examples of crime |
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murder, theft |
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some people associated with crime |
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criminal, lawyer, police, suspect, victim |
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some places conventionally associated with crimes |
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prison, scene |
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some reactions to crimes |
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accuse, arrest, confess, convict, interrogate, interview, investigate, punish |
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some things conventionally associated with a crimes |
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bail, bond |
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