Suit
/suːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal action or proceeding initiated by a party seeking a remedy in court.
The plaintiff filed a suit against the defendant for breach of contract.
- (n.) A set of garments designed to be worn together, typically comprising a jacket and trousers or a skirt.
He wore a dark suit to the courtroom.
Forms
- suits
- suing
- sued
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'suit' specifically denotes the formal process of seeking judicial relief, distinct from its general clothing meaning.
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