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Defendant
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a person in a law court who is sued by someone else or is accused of committing a crime
defendant
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codefendant
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codefendant
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Example
The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges of theft and fraud.
The defendant remained composed throughout the trial, maintaining innocence despite the prosecution's strong arguments.
The courtroom was packed with spectators eager to hear the defendant's testimony.
The judge instructed the jury to consider all the evidence presented before reaching a verdict on the defendant's case.
The court unexpectedly penalized the defendant for financial fraud.
