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/ˈmænˌslɔːtər/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The unlawful killing of a human being without malice aforethought, which is considered less serious than murder.
He was charged with manslaughter after the fatal car accident.
A legal term for a type of homicide that is less severe than murder, often due to provocation or a lack of intent to kill.
The jury found her guilty of manslaughter rather than murder, recognizing the heat of the moment.
The act of causing the death of another person without intent to do so.
In a case of tragic manslaughter, a scuffle led to one person falling and fatally injuring themselves.
A category of homicide that is considered a mitigating circumstance due to the circumstances surrounding the act.
The defendant’s history of mental illness played a crucial role in the manslaughter verdict.
Etymology
Middle English, from 'man' + 'slaughter'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
voluntary manslaughter
A killing that occurs in the heat of passion as a result of provocation.
involuntary manslaughter
An unintentional killing resulting from negligent conduct.
manslaughter by negligence
Killing a person through careless actions that result in death.
Related Words
homicide
The deliberate and unlawful killing of one person by another.
murder
The unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another.
negligence
Failure to take proper care in doing something, which can lead to unintended harm.
Slang Meanings
Unintentional killing
He got a manslaughter charge for his reckless driving.
Accidental death
That was just a manslaughter situation, not murder.