Loaded
/ˈloʊdɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Containing a concealed weapon or ammunition; often used in legal contexts concerning firearms.
The officer found a loaded gun in the suspect's vehicle.
- (adj.) Biased or manipulated to favor one side, especially in evidentiary contexts.
The jury was warned about the risk of being swayed by loaded questions.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish between physical loading (e.g., firearms) and metaphorical usage (e.g., loaded questions) to avoid ambiguity.
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