Meaning Of The Word Defendant

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defendant
countable noun: A defendant is a person who has been accused of breaking the law and is being tried in court.

defendant in American English
defending
the defending party; person sued or accused
adjective: making one's defense; defending
noun: a person, company, etc., against whom a claim or charge is brought in a court (opposed to plaintiff)

defendant in British English
noun: a person against whom an action or claim is brought in a court of law

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