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infanticidal


Meanings
  • The act or crime of killing one's infant.

    - "She was accused of infanticide after her newborn baby was found dead in her room."

Rhymes
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Homonyms
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  1. Infanticide (en) : The act or crime of killing one's infant.

  2. Infanticide (es) : El acto o crimen de matar a un niƱo.


Homophones
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  1. Infanticide (en) : The act or crime of killing one's infant.


Variants
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infanticidal , infanticide , infanticides
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{"term"=>"Infanticidal intent", "definition"=>"The state of having a desire or intention to commit infanticide. Infanticidal intent can be a result of various factors, including mental illness, stress, substance abuse, or a history of trauma or abuse. Infanticidal intent is a serious matter that requires immediate attention and intervention from mental health professionals, law enforcement agencies, and other relevant authorities."}


Etymology
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From the Latin word 'infans' meaning 'unable to speak' and the word 'cidium' meaning 'womb' or 'uterus'.


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  1. {"term"=>"Infanticide in History", "description"=>"Infanticide has been a prevalent practice throughout history, particularly in ancient civilizations such as Greece and Rome. Infanticide was often practiced as a means of population control, as well as to eliminate infants who were perceived as weak, deformed, or unwanted. Infanticide was also a common practice among certain social and economic groups, such as the lower classes and slaves, who often did not have the means or resources to properly care for their infants. Through its exploration of the prevalence and historical context of infanticide, this trivia fact offers valuable insights into the complexities of human population dynamics and the moral dilemmas that can arise in the context of family and relationships."}


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[{"term"=>"Infanticide in Literature", "description"=>"Infanticide has been a common theme in literature throughout history. Some famous works of literature that explore the theme of infanticide include Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', Dickens' 'Bleak House', and Fyodor Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment'. In these works, infanticide is often portrayed as a desperate act driven by circumstances beyond the control of the characters. However, infanticide is also often depicted as a morally reprehensible act that can have devastating consequences for those involved. Through their exploration of the theme of infanticide, these works of literature offer powerful insights into the complexities of human emotions and the moral dilemmas that can arise in the context of family and relationships."}]

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    - To memorize the definition of infanticide, try visualizing the following scene: Imagine a mother holding her newborn baby in her arms. Suddenly, the mother's expression changes to one of despair and hopelessness. In a moment of desperation, the mother crushing the newborn baby's head against her own, killing it instantly. This scene vividly illustrates the definition of infanticide, and can help you remember it more easily.


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