plea | ||
1. | [ noun ] (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer) | |
Related terms: | answer dilatory_plea insanity_plea counterplea law | |
2. | [ noun ] a humble request for help from someone in authority | |
Synonyms: | supplication | |
Related terms: | entreaty supplicate | |
3. | [ noun ] (law) an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed | |
Related terms: | due_process trial law | |
Similar spelling: |
Pleau play Plewa ply plo ploy plow Pilea |