an accusal of murder

  • 1accusation — ac·cu·sa·tion /ˌa kyə zā shən/ n 1: a formal charge of wrongdoing, delinquency, or fault the accused shall enjoy the right...to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation U.S. Constitution amend. VI compare allegation …

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  • 2accusation — /ˌækjuˈzeɪʃən / (say .akyooh zayshuhn) noun 1. a charge of wrongdoing; imputation of guilt or blame. 2. the specific offence charged: the accusation is murder. 3. the act of accusing or charging. Also, accusal /əˈkjuzəl/ (say uh kyoohzuhl).… …