Deponents
/dɪˈpoʊnənts/
Definitions
- (n.) Persons who give testimony under oath, especially in legal proceedings.
The deponents were examined by the attorney during the deposition.
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In legal contexts, deponents typically refer to witnesses who provide sworn statements outside of court, often during discovery.
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