Manslaughter/ˈmænslɔːtər/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Legal Consequence Manslaughter carries less legal penalty than murder since it lacks intent. His sentence was reduced to manslaughter, not murder. Pro Tip 2/3Accidental Harm Manslaughter implies the killer didn't plan to kill, often accidental or negligent. The hunter faced manslaughter charges for the accidental shooting. Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Weight Discussions of manslaughter can be sensitive due to the topic of death. She couldn't discuss the manslaughter case without tears.