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Definition of non-violent adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

non-violent

adjective
 
/ˌnɒn ˈvaɪələnt/
 
/ˌnɑːn ˈvaɪələnt/
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  1. using peaceful methods, not force, to bring about political or social change
    • non-violent resistance
    • a non-violent protest
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  2. not involving force, or injury to somebody
    • non-violent crimes
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