infanticide
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/ɪnˈfæntɪsaɪd/
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/ɪnˈfæntɪsaɪd/
The act of a mother killing her child when it is less than one year old.
These conditions lead to neglect, child abuse, and even infanticide.
这些条件导致忽视、虐待儿童甚至杀害婴儿。
The practice of killing babies that are not wanted, such as in cultures that prefer male children over female.
The shocking increase in infanticide in some cultures is a serious concern for human rights activists.
在某些文化中,杀婴事件的惊人增加引起了人权活动家的严重关切。
A person who kills a baby, especially their own child.
The news of the infanticide was horrifying to the community.
杀婴的消息让社区感到震惊。