Misdemeanor
/mˌɪsdəˈminər/
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Definition
(noun) A lesser criminal act in most common law legal systems, generally punished less severely than a felony.
Sentence Examples
Tom pleaded guilty to misdemeanor drunken driving charges in New York.
Possession of firearms is a misdemeanor.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The judge explained that since this was his very first ____, the young man would only have to pay a small fine and do community service.