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Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

The act of killing one’s mother.

Option 1: Regicide

Option 2: Homicide

Option 3: Uxoricide

Option 4: Matricide


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Correct Answer: Matricide


Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.

Matricide is a term that specifically refers to the act of killing one's mother. It is derived from the Latin words mater which means mother and cide, indicating the act of killing.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Regicide is the act of killing a king.
  • Homicide is the killing of one person by another.
  • Uxoricide is the act of killing one's wife.

Therefore, the correct answer is matricide.

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