/tə ɪkˈskjuːz ən əˈfɛns/ – Phrase
Definition: biện minh cho hành vi phạm tội.
A more thorough explanation: To excuse an offence in legal terms means to provide a justification or explanation that mitigates or lessens the culpability or liability of the individual who committed the offence. It involves presenting a valid reason or defense that may reduce the severity of the consequences or punishment associated with the offence.
Example: In his defense, the defendant argued that he was acting in self-defense when he committed the offense.