crimes

crimes · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (plural of "crime") Actions that constitute offenses punishable by law.

  2. 2.

    Immoral or shameful actions.

Phrases & expressions

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    crimes against humanity — extremely cruel acts committed against civilians
  • •
    war crimes — violations of the laws of war
  • •
    hate crimes — crimes motivated by prejudice

Related words

See also: crime, criminal, offenses
Synonyms: felonies, offenses, violations, wrongdoings

Etymology

Plural of crime, from Old French crime, from Latin crimen meaning "charge, accusation, offense."