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felon

/ˈfɛlən/

Translations

felonnoun

felons

/ˈfɛlən/

The police arrested the felon after a long investigation.

Полиция арестовала преступника после долгого расследования.

Additional translations

Synonyms

felonadjective

more felon

Comp.

most felon

Super.

/ˈfel.ən/

/ˈfɛl.ən/

Archaic/literary use; occasionally functions attributively meaning 'wicked' or 'criminal'.

Synonyms

felonnoun

A person who has been convicted of a felony, which is a serious crime usually punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.

The felon was sentenced to ten years in prison for his crimes.

An infection at the tip of a finger or toe, typically caused by bacteria, resulting in swelling and pain.

The doctor treated the felon on her finger with antibiotics and advised her to keep it clean.

felonadjective

Archaic or literary. Wicked; villainous; criminal.

The baron was infamous for his felon deeds.