Specimen
/ˈspɛsɪmən/
Definitions
- (n.) A sample or example of something, especially one used for analysis or demonstration.
The forensic expert examined the specimen collected at the crime scene.
Forms
- specimens
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a 'specimen' often refers to physical evidence or a sample document used as a model or proof in a case.
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