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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

delict

/dɪˈlɪkt/ noun · British & US
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What does delict mean?

noun

A wrongful act or offense, especially one that is punishable by law. A delict is often used interchangeably with the term 'tort'.

Example

"The company was found liable for the delict of negligence, resulting in a significant financial penalty."

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