Deponent
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Meaning of Deponent
witness; one who gives information on oath or affirmation , respecting some fact known to him, before a judicial tribunal; one who makes a deposition. See Bliss v Schuman, 47 Me. 248.
Deponent Alternative Definition
One who gives information, on oath or affirmation, respecting some facts known to him, before a magistrate; strictly, he who makes a deposition; but sometimes used for affiant.
Synonyms of Deponent
noun
affiant
apprizer
attestant
attestator
attester
attestor
communicant
communicator
compurgator
enlightener
indicator
informant
informer
one who attests
one who bears witness
one who gives evidence
one who makes an affidavit
one who testifies under oath
party making an affidavit
reporter
swearer
teller
testifier
voucher
witness
witness who gives testimony
Definition of Deponent in the Free Online Notary Dictionary
Person Who, Under Oath Or Affirmation, Gives Oral Testimony That Is Transcribed For Use In A Legal Proceeding.
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Concept of Deponent in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Deponent: One who makes a sworn written statement (deposition). If the statement is an affidavit, the maker is called and affiant.
Concept of Deponent in the context of Real Property
A short definition of Deponent: One who makes a sworn written statement (deposition). If the statement is an affidavit, the maker is called and affiant.
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