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Prosecution - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Prosecution is the legal process of charging and trying someone in court for a crime. It involves presenting evidence to prove the defendant’s guilt. The prosecution is typically led by a government lawyer.

prosecution

/ˌprɑsəˈkjuʃən/ /ˌprɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/

Definition:

The act of conducting legal proceedings against someone in court for a criminal offense.

Synonyms:

indictment, litigation, legal action, lawsuit

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

defense, acquittal

Common Collocations:

criminal prosecution, witness for the prosecution, prosecution case, prosecution lawyer

Derivatives:

prosecute, prosecutor, prosecutorial

Usage Tips:

Use "prosecution" when referring to the legal party bringing charges in a criminal case.

Common Phrases:

burden of proof, prosecution rests, malicious prosecution

Etymology:

From Latin *prosecutio*, meaning "a following up," from *prosequi* ("to pursue").

Examples:

  • 1. The prosecution presented strong evidence against the defendant.
  • 2. He faced prosecution for fraud after the investigation concluded.
  • 3. The witness testified on behalf of the prosecution yesterday.
  • 4. Without sufficient proof, the prosecution dropped the charges.

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