What does ARSON mean?

Arson

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The criminal act of deliberately setting fire to property.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈɑːrs(ə)n/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈɑːs(ə)n/

Origin and Usage: The word "arson" comes from the Old French word "arson" meaning "fire". It has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to the crime of deliberately setting fire to property.

Synonyms: Fire-raising, incendiarism, pyromania.

Related Words: Flame, blaze, smoke, spark, torch.

Example Sentences:

• He was arrested for committing arson on his neighbors property.
• The arsonist was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
• The fire department investigated the cause of the fire and determined it was arson.