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high treason

/haɪ ˈtriːʒən/

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/haɪ ˈtriːʒən/C1formallegal
  • ruПреступление, заключающееся в предательстве собственной страны, особенно в попытке свергнуть правительство, убить монарха или оказать помощь вражескому государству во время войны. Считается самым тяжким преступлением против государства.

The crime of betraying one's own country, especially by attempting to overthrow the government, kill the sovereign, or assist an enemy nation in war. It is considered the most serious offense against the state.

  1. Betrayal of one's countryC1formal

    The crime of betraying one's own country, especially by attempting to overthrow the government or harm the sovereign.

    ruГосударственная измена

    • He was convicted of high treason for plotting to assassinate the king.
    • The spy was charged with high treason after leaking classified documents.
    • High treason is considered one of the most serious crimes in many legal systems.