misdemeanor
US /ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiː.nɚ/
UK /ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiː.nɚ/

名词
1.
不当行为, 轻罪
a minor wrongdoing
示例:
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His rude behavior was a slight misdemeanor.
他粗鲁的行为是轻微的不当行为。
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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
示例:
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Shoplifting is often classified as a misdemeanor.
商店盗窃通常被归类为轻罪。
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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。
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