To accuse someone of a crime, or to provide evidence that incriminates someone.
From Latin 'criminatus,' past participle of 'criminare' (to accuse), from 'crimen' (crime). Used since the 16th century, though less common than its related forms.
This verb is basically a more formal version of 'incriminate,' but it emphasizes the act of accusation itself—in courtrooms, being 'criminated' by a witness was serious business.
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