Plaintiff
/ˈpleɪntɪf/
Definitions
- (n.) A party who initiates a lawsuit before a court.
The plaintiff filed a complaint against the defendant.
Forms
- plaintiffs
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Commentary
In civil cases, the plaintiff is the party who brings the claim; use 'complainant' in some jurisdictions or contexts.
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