crime against humanity
idiomPart ofcrime
crime against humanity — idiom
1. a very serious offence against large numbers of people, especially during war or
1.idiom
Definition
a very serious offence against large numbers of people, especially during war or under an oppressive government, such as killing civilians or forcing them to leave their homes
Example
The former dictator was put on trial for crimes against humanity committed during the civil war.
The International Criminal Court investigates and prosecutes crimes against humanity around the world.