cross-examine
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ɪgˈzæm verb (used with object), cross-ex·am·ined, cross-ex·am·in·ing.
1.
to examine by questions intended to check a previous examination; examine closely or minutely.
2.
Law. to examine (a witness called by the opposing side), as for the purpose of discrediting the witness's testimony.
Compare direct-examine.
Origin:
1655–65
1655–65
Related forms
cross-ex·am·i·na·tion, noun
cross-ex·am·in·er, noun
un·cross-ex·am·ined, adjective
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| cross-examine | |
| —vb | |
| 1. | law Compare examine-in-chief to examine (a witness for the opposing side), as in attempting to discredit his testimony |
| 2. | to examine closely or relentlessly |
| 'cross-exami'nation | |
| —n | |
| cross-ex'aminer | |
| —n | |
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Cross-examine
is always a great word to know.
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Example sentences
The parties do not have the right to cross-examine any witness.
After each prosecution witness has finished giving testimony on direct, you will have the right to cross-examine the witness.
The right to question witnesses testifying against you and cross-examine them as to the truthfulness of their testimony.
Each party may cross-examine any witnesses produced by the other.
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