arson (Meaning)
arson (n)
malicious burning to destroy property
arson (n.)
The malicious burning of a dwelling house or outhouse of another man, which by the common law is felony; the malicious and voluntary firing of a building or ship.
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arson Sentence Examples
- The police concluded that the fire at the warehouse was caused by arson, with evidence pointing to deliberate ignition.
- Arsonists targeted several abandoned buildings in the area, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.
- Despite the efforts of firefighters, the historic mansion was reduced to ashes due to a suspected case of arson.
- Authorities launched an investigation to apprehend the perpetrator of the arson attack on the local community center.
- The arsonist was caught red-handed, igniting a small blaze behind the grocery store.
- Arson poses a significant threat to public safety and can result in severe legal consequences for those responsible.
- Fire investigators meticulously combed through the debris, searching for clues to identify the arsonist.
- The arsonist's motive remained unclear, leaving residents of the neighborhood on edge.
- Community members rallied together to support the victims of the arson, offering assistance and resources to rebuild.
- Enhanced security measures were implemented to prevent further incidents of arson in the area.
FAQs About the word arson
malicious burning to destroy propertyThe malicious burning of a dwelling house or outhouse of another man, which by the common law is felony; the malicious and
fire, wildfire, blaze, conflagration,inferno, holocaust, campfire, forest fire, brush fire, backfire
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The police concluded that the fire at the warehouse was caused by arson, with evidence pointing to deliberate ignition.
Arsonists targeted several abandoned buildings in the area, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.
Despite the efforts of firefighters, the historic mansion was reduced to ashes due to a suspected case of arson.
Authorities launched an investigation to apprehend the perpetrator of the arson attack on the local community center.
