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deposition
dep-uh-ZIS-shun
ˌdɛpəˈzɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
deposition
Dictionary meaning
Out-of-court sworn testimony recorded for use in legal proceedings.
History and origin
Latin deponere (to put down).
Examples
- The CEO's deposition lasted three days and covered years of financial records.
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