honor killing
A culturally specific term for the murder of a family member, typically a woman, perceived to have brought dishonor upon the family. Used in discussions of sociology, law, and human rights.
Honor killings are regarded as a serious human rights violation by the international community.
She fled abroad to escape an honor killing.
A calque from English 'honor killing', composed of 名誉 (honor) + の (possessive particle) + 殺人 (murder).