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Pronunciation: [diːˈɒdand] (IPA)

Deodand, a term used in the past for an object that caused the death of a human being, has slowly fallen out of modern usage. The term was created in medieval England as a way to impose fines on inanimate objects such as carts, boats, and even trees that were involved in human fatalities. Though there aren't many modern terms that exist as exact synonyms for deodand, there are various other terms that can be used in its place depending on the situation. Words like "culprit," "cause," "source of danger," "instrument of death," and "fatal object" can be utilized to describe what deodand refers to. These words, coupled with their context, are the modern equivalents to the term deodand.
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It is, however, occasionally visited by that amazing troupe of variety artistes, known as the Army Pierrots, who provide the men in billets with a most delectable entertainment for 50 centimes, the proceeds being a "Deodand," and appropriated to charitable uses.
"Leaves from a Field Note-Book"
J. H. Morgan
The Deodand was to go to the dead man's kin so they could wreak their vengeance on it, which in turn would cause the dead man to lie in peace.
"Our Legal Heritage, 4th Ed."
S. A. Reilly
He thought the Deodand to be unreasonable.
"Our Legal Heritage, 4th Ed."
S. A. Reilly

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