Definitions of misdemeanor [ˌmɪs dɪˈmi nər]

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Definition of 'misdemeanor'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) misdemeanor
a criminal offense less serious than a felony.

2. misdemeanor
an instance of bad behavior.

Etymology: (1480–90)

Definition of 'misdemeanor'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) misdemeanor, misdemeanour, infraction, violation, infringement
a crime less serious than a felony

Definition of 'misdemeanor'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) misdemeanor
ill behavior; evil conduct; fault

2. (noun) misdemeanor
a crime less than a felony

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