Meaning Of The Word Cross-examine

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Cross-examine Meaning

Cross-examine Definition
Cross-examine Definition

What's The Definition Of Cross-examine?

cross-examine
verb: When a lawyer cross-examines someone during a trial or hearing, he or she questions them about the evidence that they have already given.

cross-examine in American English
to question closely
transitive verb: to examine by questions intended to check a previous examination; examine closely or minutely

cross-examine in British English
to examine (a witness for the opposing side), as in attempting to discredit his or her testimony

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