infraction
Infraction (noun) means a breaking of a rule or law, usually a minor one. Example: “Parking on double yellow lines is a minor infraction.”
How to use infraction
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA rule violation — small in everyday use, but can also mean a penalized foul in sport.
Word forms
infractions plural
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Parking on double yellow lines is a minor _____.
Etymology
From Latin infractio, "a breaking," from the same root as "fracture."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “infraction” mean?
The word “infraction” means a breaking of a rule or law, usually a minor one. In plain terms, a rule violation — small in everyday use, but can also mean a penalized foul in sport.
How do you pronounce “infraction”?
“Infraction” is pronounced ihn-FRAKSHUHN (/ɪnˈfɹækʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “infraction” in a sentence?
Here is “infraction” used in a sentence: “Parking on double yellow lines is a minor infraction.”
What part of speech is “infraction”?
“Infraction” is a noun.
Where does the word “infraction” come from?
The word “infraction” comes from Latin. From Latin infractio, "a breaking," from the same root as "fracture.".