Abettors
/əˈbɛtərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Persons who encourage, incite, or assist another to commit a crime or wrongful act.
The abettors were charged with conspiracy alongside the principal offender.
Forms
- abettor
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Commentary
"Abettors" is the plural form of "abettor," referring collectively to individuals who aid or encourage criminal acts. The term is often used in criminal law contexts to denote secondary liability.
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