Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

murder-trial

noun

/ˈmɜːrdər traɪəl/

Definition

A legal proceeding in which a person is accused of committing the crime of murder is examined in a court of law.

Examples

The high-profile murder trial attracted significant media attention.
During the murder trial, the defense presented new evidence that could change the outcome.
The jury deliberated for several days before reaching a verdict in the murder trial.

Meaning

A murder trial refers to the judicial process during which evidence and arguments are presented to determine whether the accused person is guilty of murder.