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perpetration

/ˌpərpɪˈtreɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does perpetration mean?

noun

The act of committing a crime or wrongdoing; the state of being guilty of a crime or wrongdoing.

Example

"The perpetration of the crime was carefully planned and executed."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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