manslaughter
What is another word for manslaughter? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The unlawful killing of a person without the deliberate intent required for murder, for example through negligence or in the heat of the moment.
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How to use manslaughter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
charged with manslaughter
voluntary manslaughter
involuntary manslaughter
Etymology
From Middle English man + slaughter, echoing the older Old English mansliht ("killing of a person").
Full origin of manslaughter →Frequently asked questions
What does “manslaughter” mean?
The word “manslaughter” means the unlawful killing of a person without the deliberate intent required for murder, for example through negligence or in the heat of the moment. In plain terms, a killing that's against the law but treated as less serious than murder because there was no clear intent to kill.
How do you pronounce “manslaughter”?
“Manslaughter” is pronounced MAN-slaw-tuh (/ˈmænˌslɔtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “manslaughter” in a sentence?
Here is “manslaughter” used in a sentence: “He was convicted of manslaughter rather than murder because there was no premeditation.”
What part of speech is “manslaughter”?
“Manslaughter” is a noun.
Where does the word “manslaughter” come from?
The word “manslaughter” comes from Old English. From Middle English man + slaughter, echoing the older Old English mansliht ("killing of a person").
Is “manslaughter” a common word?
“Manslaughter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Related words
self-slaughter
