Offence Meaning

/əˈfɛns/
B1

Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounUK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada standard spelling of offense.

The law prescribes certain penalties for this offence.
Such an offence is punished by a fine and/or imprisonment.
Does such an activity constitute a criminal offence?
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CEFR Practice Quiz
He was arrested for committing a serious criminal ____ against the law.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He was charged with a serious criminal ____ after the investigation revealed new evidence.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
He was arrested for committing a serious criminal ____ against the law.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He was charged with a serious criminal ____ after the investigation revealed new evidence.

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