demurrer
1[dih-mur-er]
noun
a person who demurs; objector.
Origin of demurrer
1demurrer
2[dih-mur-er]
noun
Origin of demurrer
2Synonyms for demurrer
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Related Words for demurrer
claim, belief, thesis, idea, assertion, plea, hypothesis, allegation, opinion, position, explanation, discussion, contestation, rumpus, deposition, profession, charge, advancement, asseveration, affirmationExamples from the Web for demurrer
Historical Examples of demurrer
He began by a demurrer, speaking archly with subtle shades of expression.
The Three Cities Trilogy, CompleteEmile Zola
Thus might a divine say: Will he arrest the judgments of God by a demurrer?
The Collected Writing of Thomas De Quincey, Vol. IIThomas De Quincey
That is to say, it is a case that ought to be beaten on demurrer.
The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 8 (of 12)Robert G. Ingersoll
Nor can the court assume, as admitted facts, the averments of the plea from the confession of the demurrer.
To this plea in abatement, a demurrer having been interposed on behalf of the plaintiff, it was sustained by the court.
demurrer
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