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affidavit
af-ih-DAY-vit
ˌæfɪˈdeɪvɪtListen
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Syllable breakdown
affidavit
Dictionary meaning
A written sworn statement of fact used as evidence in court.
History and origin
Medieval Latin affidavit (he has stated on oath).
Examples
- The witness submitted an affidavit outlining what she had observed.
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