Uxoricide

usgb/ʌkˈsɔːrɪsaɪd/
noun

The act of killing one's wife.

The man was convicted of uxoricide and sentenced to life in prison.
Visual representation of "uxoricide" - The act of killing one's wife.

Often appears as...

  • commit uxoricide
  • accused of uxoricide

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Crime Severity

Uxoricide implies a grave crime and is a serious term used in legal contexts.

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The uxoricide case sent shockwaves through the community.
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Legal Context

Often used in law enforcement, forensic, or legal discussions, not casual conversations.

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Detectives investigated the scene for evidence of uxoricide.
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Crime News

Found in crime-based news reports or documentaries to describe a specific type of murder.

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The news reported an increase in uxoricide incidents this year.
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