manslaughter

Definition of "manslaughter"
  1. An unlawful killing of a person, which can be voluntary in heated situations or involuntary due to negligence or during the occurrence of less severe crimes
How to use "manslaughter" in a sentence
  1. The drunk driver was charged with involuntary manslaughter after causing a fatal accident.
  2. In her fury, she committed voluntary manslaughter during an argument.
  3. The factory owner was prosecuted for manslaughter when a worker died due to inadequate safety measures.

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