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plea
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- pronunciation:
- pli
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a serious or sincere call for help; appeal.
Everyone ignored the teacher's plea for silence.- synonyms:
- appeal, prayer
- similar words:
- petition, request
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| definition 2: |
a statement given in a court of law by someone charged with breaking the law.
The man gave a plea of not guilty to the judge.- similar words:
- appeal, defense
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| related words: |
alibi |
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