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Definition of: arson
(är′sən) noun Law
The malicious burning of a dwelling or other structure belonging to another; also the similar burning of other property, including one's own, when insured, with the intent to defraud the insurers. [<OF <LL arsio, -onis a burning <L arsus, pp. of ardere burn]
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