Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
felo-de-se
Noun
/ˈfɛloʊ dɪ ˈseɪ/
Definition
An act of taking one’s own life with the intention of causing death.
Examples
- The court had to consider whether the actions of the individual constituted felo-de-se.
- In legal discussions, felo-de-se is crucial for understanding the implications of assisted suicide.
Meaning
Felo-de-se is a legal term used to describe a situation where an individual makes a conscious decision to end their own life, often considered in the context of discussions about assisted dying or suicide laws.
Synonyms
- Suicide
- Self-inflicted death
