noun
Uncommon
murdering
Murdering (noun) means the act of killing someone unlawfully and on purpose. Example: “The film explores the psychology behind the murdering of innocent bystanders.”
noun
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The act of killing someone unlawfully and on purpose.
"The film explores the psychology behind the murdering of innocent bystanders."
How to use murdering
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act (or ongoing act) of committing murder.
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Word forms
- Plural
- murderings
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Rhymes for murdering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
entering
altering
cheering
steering
uttering
ordering
towering
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Frequently asked questions
What does “murdering” mean?
The word “murdering” means the act of killing someone unlawfully and on purpose. In plain terms, the act (or ongoing act) of committing murder.
How do you use “murdering” in a sentence?
Here is “murdering” used in a sentence: “The film explores the psychology behind the murdering of innocent bystanders.”
What part of speech is “murdering”?
“Murdering” is a noun.
Is “murdering” a common word?
“Murdering” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between murdering and killing?
Murdering refers specifically to killing someone unlawfully and on purpose, while killing is a broader term that also covers lawful or accidental deaths. Murdering always implies both intent and illegality.
Is murdering used as a noun or a verb form?
Murdering functions as a noun referring to the act itself, describing the unlawful, intentional killing of someone, though it is also commonly used as the present participle of the verb "murder."
