Meaning & Definition of Defendant in English
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Defendant
/dɪfɛndənt/
noun
1. A person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law
- The person being sued or accused
synonym:
- defendant,
- suspect
Examples of using
Who represents the defendant?
The defendant was granted an appeal.
The defendant was found not guilty by reason of insanity.