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in li⋅mi⋅ne

[in lee-mi-ne; Eng. in lim-uh-nee]
Latin.
on the threshold; at the outset.
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Main Entry: in lim·i·ne
Pronunciation: in-'li-m&-nE, -'lE-mi-nA
Function: adverb
Etymology: Latin, on the threshold
: at the beginning : as a preliminary matter; specifically : before a particular procedure or proceeding takes place

Main Entry: in limine
Function: adjective
: of, relating to, or being a motion, petition, or order regarding the admissibility of evidence whose exclusion is sought esp. on the ground that it is prejudicial
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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