Nonsuit

noun

/ˈnɒnsjuːt/

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounA lawsuit that is dismissed as having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.

2.nounA neglect or failure by the plaintiff to follow up his suit; a renunciation or withdrawal of the cause by the plaintiff.

3.verbTo dismiss (a suit or plaintiff) on the grounds of his or her lawsuit having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.

Synonyms

summary dismissal nonability nondismissal no-bill default nihil dicit nonindictment nonverdict nonjoinder nonconviction nonadjudication nullity

Rhymes With

non suit fawn suit nylon suit

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