In the United Kingdom a death by misadventure, as recorded by coroners and on death certificates and associated documents, is one that is primarily attributed to an accident that occurred due to a risk that was taken voluntarily.

What is an example of a misadventure?

Misadventure is a legally defined manner of death: a way by which an actual cause of death (trauma, exposure, etc.) was allowed to occur. For example, a death caused by an illicit drug overdose may be ruled a death by misadventure, as the user took the risk of drug usage voluntarily.

What does misadventure mean in a sentence?

the official expression used in court for a death that happens by accident: The coroner recorded a verdict of death by misadventure. ... misadventureThe film was about his comic misadventures in love. death by misadventureUK The coroner recorded a verdict of death by misadventure.