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Vocabulary Entry
offender
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A person who commits a crime or an illegal act.
Example Sentences
"The offender was sentenced to five years in prison."
"Law enforcement officers are trained to handle various types of offenders."
"She felt unsafe living in a neighborhood with a high number of offenders."
V
verb
To commit an offense or crime.
Example Sentences
"He didn't mean to offender her feelings."
"They offender against the rules during the game."
"If you offender the terms of the contract, you may face penalties."