demurrer
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noun
1.
Law. 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.
2.
an objection raised; demur.
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| —n | |
| 1. | law a pleading that admits an opponent's point but denies that it is a relevant or valid argument |
| 2. | any objection raised |
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Word Origin & History
demurrer
legal pleading, 1530s, from Anglo-Fr. demurrer, O.Fr. demourer (see demur).
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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Example sentences
Without such a demurrer, all integrity leaves criticism, and one is merely producing propaganda.
The question presented by a demurrer is whether, on the facts averred, the law says with certainty that no recovery is possible.
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