Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
find-the-culprit
Phrase
faɪnd ðə ˈkʌlprɪt
Definition
To identify the person responsible for a particular wrongdoing or crime.
Examples
- The detective was determined to find the culprit behind the recent theft.
- In the team meeting, they brainstormed ideas to find the culprit of the persistent errors in the report.
- Finding the culprit is essential for ensuring justice is served.
Meaning
The phrase refers to the process of investigating or searching for the individual who committed an offense.
Synonyms
- Identify the wrongdoer
- Pinpoint the offender
- Discover the perpetrator
