What is the meaning of demurrer?

noun

  • Law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadings.
  • Law) any pleading that attacks the legal sufficiency of the opponent's pleadings. (
  • A defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him.
    • usage: "he gave evidence for the defense"
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