Definition of Plea
Plea
plea
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(noun)
an urgent, earnest, and emotional request or appeal;
e.g. They heard her plea and did her the favor she asked.
(noun)
a claim that is made as an excuse for not doing something or a justification for why one should not be blamed for something;
e.g. Under the plea of an injury, she was able to postpone her performance.
(noun)
in legal usage, a statement made by the accused or a lawyer that responds to the charge/allegation made with a declaration of innocence or guilt;
e.g. The lawyer made a plea of innocence on behalf of her client.
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