Encounter
/ɪnˈkaʊntər/
Definitions
- (n.) A meeting or confrontation between parties, often unexpected or informal.
The witness described an encounter with the defendant near the courthouse.
- (v.) To meet or come upon, especially unexpectedly or in a challenging context.
The officer encountered resistance while executing the warrant.
Forms
- encounters
- encountered
- encountering
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarify the nature of the encounter to distinguish between incidental meetings and confrontations.
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