Meaning of the word suborn in English

What does suborn mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

suborn

US /səˈbɔrn/
UK /səˈbɔːn/

Verb

to induce someone to commit an unlawful act, especially perjury

Example:
The lawyer was accused of trying to suborn a witness.
It is illegal to suborn someone to commit a crime.