Wrongdoers
/ˈrɒŋˌduːərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Persons who commit illegal or wrongful acts.
The court held the wrongdoers liable for damages.
Forms
- wrongdoer
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Commentary
Used broadly in legal contexts to denote those responsible for unlawful acts; commonly appears in tort and criminal law.
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