demurrer

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[ dih-mur-er ]
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noun
  1. a person who demurs; objector.

Origin of demurrer

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Other definitions for demurrer (2 of 2)

demurrer2
[ dih-mur-er ]

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.

Origin of demurrer

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From the Anglo-French word demur(r)er, dating back to 1525–35. See demur, -er3

Other words for demurrer

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How to use demurrer in a sentence

  • To all objections and demurrers as to haste and postponement Philip had a ready and eloquent answer.

    Hubert's Wife | Minnie Mary Lee
  • Doctor, you have used much artifice, and many demurrers; but the child must lie at your door at last.

  • Several demurrers now arose, for nobody seemed to think that I would want such an ugly skin as that.

    A Bicycle of Cathay | Frank R. Stockton
  • Under all the circumstances of the case, therefore, he was of opinion that the demurrers must be allowed.

    Norfolk Annals | Charles Mackie

British Dictionary definitions for demurrer

demurrer

/ (dɪˈmʌrə) /


noun
  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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