Homicida (en. Murderer)

/o.miˈθi.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Individual who causes the death of another human being.
The homicide was captured by the authorities.
El homicida fue capturado por las autoridades.
Legal term that refers to the author of a homicide.
The trial of the homicide attracted public attention.
El juicio del homicida atrajo la atención del público.

Etymology

From Latin 'hominicida', formed by 'homo' (man) and 'caedere' (to kill).

Common Phrases and Expressions

serial killer
Individual who commits multiple homicides over a period of time.
homicida en serie
involuntary manslaughter
Person who causes the death of another without intending to do so.
homicida involuntario

Related Words

homicide
Action of killing a person.
homicidio
murder
Death of a person caused by another with premeditation.
asesinato
crime
Action that goes against the law.
delito

Slang Meanings

Murderer
That guy is a murderer; you can't trust him.
Ese tipo es un matafrías, no se puede confiar en él.
Hitman
The hitman was sent to eliminate the target.
El sicario fue enviado para liquidar al objetivo.