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Alibi
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Meaning
Noun
●
In Law:
The
plea
or
mode
of
defense
under which a person
on trial
for a
crime
proves
or
attempts
to
prove
being in
another place
when the
alleged
act
was committed.
●
An
excuse
, especially one used to
avoid
responsibility
or blame.
Verb
●
To provide an
alibi
for.
●
To provide an
excuse
for.
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Origin
alibi
English
alibi
Latin
Sourced from
Etym
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Defence
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Confession
Evidence
Claim
Answer
Witness
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Affirmative Defense
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