Meaning of homicidal in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌhɑməˈsaɪdl/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    homicidal

    Definitions

    1. capable of or conducive to bloodshed

    Examples

    • « a cutthroat rogue »
    • « a homicidal rage »
    • « murderous thugs »

    Synonyms

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  • « Every war when it comes, or before it comes, is represented not as a war but as an act of self-defense against a homicidal maniac. »
    George Orwell

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