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Term: Honour Killings

Description:

Honour killings, also known as honor killings, are acts of violence committed against individuals, typically women, who are believed to have brought dishonor or shame to their families or communities. These killings are often carried out by family members in an attempt to restore their perceived lost honor.

Senses:

• Noun: The act of killing someone, usually a family member, due to a perceived violation of social or cultural norms related to honor.
• Plural Noun: Instances or cases of honor killings collectively.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

1. "Honour killings are a grave violation of human rights." - Human Rights Watch
2. "The tragic news of the honour killing shocked the entire community."
3. "Honour killings continue to be a pressing issue in many parts of the world."

Local Usage:

1. "The local community strongly condemns any form of honor killing."
2. "Efforts are being made to raise awareness about honor killings within the community."
3. "An incident of honor killing occurred in our town last week, sparking outrage among residents."

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