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Actus Reus
AK-tus RAY-us
/ˈæktəs ˈriːəs/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Actusreus
Dictionary meaning
The physical act of committing a crime, as opposed to the guilty intention.
Examples
- Actus reus and mens rea together form the basis for criminal liability.
Pronunciation tips
Latin phrase. Four syllables. Stress on 'ak' and 'ray'. Means 'guilty act'.
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