Meaning Of The Word Demurrer

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demurrer in American English
a plea for the dismissal of a lawsuit on the grounds that even if the statements of the opposing party are true, they do not sustain the claim because they are insufficient or otherwise legally defective

demurrer in American English 1
noun: a person who demurs; an objector

demurrer in American English 2
noun: a pleading in effect that even if the facts are as alleged by the opposite party, they do not sustain the contention based on them

demurrer in British English
noun: a pleading that admits an opponent's point but denies that it is a relevant or valid argument

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