Remark
/rɪˈmɑːrk/
Definitions
- (n.) A brief oral or written statement made by a judge, lawyer, or witness during legal proceedings.
The judge's remark clarified the application of the law in this case.
- (v.) To state or comment on a matter, often in a legal setting.
The attorney remarked on the weakness of the opposing argument.
Forms
- remark
- remarks
- remarked
- remarking
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'remark' often implies a concise, sometimes informal statement that may influence interpretation but is not usually part of official rulings.
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