infraction

UK /ɪnˈfɹakʃən/ US /ɪnˈfɹækʃən/
noun 3

Definitions

noun

1

A minor offence, petty crime.

Even stealing a pack of gum is an infraction in the eyes of the law.

Pretending a litterbug and a spree killer have committed equivalent infractions doesn’t make people safer.

2

A violation; breach.

A team's first infraction could mean a fine of up to $25,000.

3

A major violation of rules which leads to a penalty, if detected by the referee.

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