Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

arkancide

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: arkan-cide
IPA

16

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The killing or murder of a political opponent, but framed as a suicide.

American usage; Slang

Etymology

Blend of Arkansas + homicide, due to the supposed involvement of Bill Clinton during his time as resident and governor of the state.

Usage

American usage
Slang

Questions

What does arkancide mean?: The killing or murder of a political opponent, but framed as a suicide.
Where does arkancide come from?: Blend of Arkansas + homicide, due to the supposed involvement of Bill Clinton during his time as resident and governor of the state.

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