Discoveries
/dɪˈskʌv.ər.iz/
Definitions
- (n.) The pre-trial procedure in civil litigation whereby parties exchange relevant information and evidence prior to trial.
The attorney requested wide-ranging discoveries to build the case.
Forms
- discovery
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'discoveries' is the plural of 'discovery,' referring to multiple instances or types of evidence exchange; it is distinct from general uses of 'discovery.'
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