Offender
/ˈɔːfɛndər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who commits a crime or violates a law.
The offender was sentenced to five years in prison.
- (n.) An individual who breaches a contract or legal obligation.
The offender neglected to fulfill the terms of the agreement.
Forms
- offenders
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Commentary
Typically used to refer to a person who has committed a crime; precision is needed to distinguish from broader terms like 'wrongdoer'.
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