justifiable homicide en · NOUN
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A homicide that is allowed by law because it is necessary to prevent death or serious bodily harm.
- (countable, uncountable) A homicide that is allowed by law because it is carried out by a public official in the performance of their duties.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| justifiable homicides | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (3)
pt homicídio em legítima defesa (Translations) · hu önvédelemből elkövetett emberölés (Translations) · sv dråp i nödvärn (Translations)