Meaning & Definition of word "Felon"
Felon
/ˈfɛlən/
noun:
- 1. A person who has been convicted of a felony, typically a serious crime.
- Example: The defendant was labeled a felon after being found guilty of grand theft.
- 2. A person who commits a felony.
- Example: The police are searching for the felon who escaped from custody.
- 3. A person who is guilty of a crime punishable by imprisonment for more than one year.
- Example: Being classified as a felon can have lifelong effects on employment opportunities.
Etymology
●Middle English 'feloun', from Old French 'felon', from Latin 'felonia'
Common Phrases and Expressions
convicted felon:
A person who has been found guilty of a felony.
felonious assault:
An attack that is classified as a felony due to its severity.
repeat felon:
An individual who has committed multiple felonies.
Related Words
felony:
A serious crime that carries a harsher penalty than a misdemeanor.
misdemeanor:
A lesser crime that is not classified as a felony.
Slang Meanings of felon
Meaning: Con
● Example Sentence: He spent five years in the pen; now he's a con looking for work.
Meaning: Criminal
● Example Sentence: In that part of town, you'll run into a lot of criminals.