misdemeanor

US /ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiː.nɚ/
UK /ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiː.nɚ/
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1.

不当行为, 轻罪

a minor wrongdoing

:
His rude behavior was a slight misdemeanor.
他粗鲁的行为是轻微的不当行为
Leaving the gate open was a misdemeanor that led to the dog escaping.
把门开着是导致狗跑掉的小过失
2.

轻罪, 违规

a minor offense under the common law

:
Shoplifting is often classified as a misdemeanor.
商店盗窃通常被归类为轻罪
Driving under the influence can be a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances.
酒驾根据情况可能是轻罪或重罪。