DEMURRER
Scrabble letter values: D2E1M3U1R1R1E1R1 = 11
Definition
- noun (law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadings. — synonyms: demur, demurral
- noun (law) any pleading that attacks the legal sufficiency of the opponent's pleadings.
- noun a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him. — synonyms: defense, defence, denial
Examples
- “he gave evidence for the defense”