Definition

A person who has been killed unlawfully, especially in a violent way.

Example

The police are investigating the case of the murderee found in the abandoned building.

Conversation

Did you hear about that crime show last night?

Yeah, they talked about the case of the murderee in the city.

It was so chilling to hear the details.

I know, right? It really makes you think about how fragile life can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'murderee' originates from the combination of 'murder' (from Old French *murder*, meaning unlawful killing) and the suffix '-ee' (meaning a person who is the recipient of an action). Thus, 'murderee' refers to a person who is the victim of murder.

Memory Tip

Think of 'murder' as the act of unlawful killing, and '-ee' indicates the person affected by that act. So, a 'murderee' is someone who has been murdered.

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