Dictionary Entry
witness
nounFind the meaning of the word witness, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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To see an event, especially a crime or accident, happen; or a person who sees something happen.
Example Sentence
The witness described the suspect's appearance to the police after the robbery.
Usage Note
Used to describe someone who saw an event, especially a crime or accident, or to describe the act of seeing such an event. It's also used in legal contexts for people who give evidence.