Expertise
/ˌɛk.spɚˈtiːz/
Definitions
- (n.) Specialized knowledge or skill in a particular field, often recognized as qualifying a person to give informed opinions or testimony, especially in legal contexts.
The court relied on the expert's expertise to understand the technical details of the case.
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Commentary
In legal writing, expertise often underpins the credibility of expert testimony; it's crucial to distinguish general knowledge from recognized legal 'expertise'.
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