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Indict Definition & Meaning

indict
verb
  1. accuse formally of a crime

"Indict" in song lyrics

See how indict is used in real songs:

  • "District attorney, tryin' to indict"
    G. Dep f/ Shyne — Keep it Gangsta
  • "Get mind right, the Fed's trying to indict"
    RAM Squad f/ E-Wreks, Wiz Gam — Ballers (Up in Here)
  • "Hope the beef go away but the feds indict"
    Shyne — For the Record

Usage tips for "indict"

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Frequently asked questions

What does indict mean?
accuse formally of a crime
What part of speech is indict?
Indict is a verb.

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