Eyewitness
/ˈaɪwiˌtnəs/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who personally observes a crime or event and provides testimony about it.
The eyewitness testified in court about what they saw at the scene.
Forms
- eyewitnesses
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Commentary
An eyewitness's credibility is crucial in legal proceedings; therefore, accuracy and consistency in their account are often heavily scrutinized.
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