Definition of Deposition
Deposition
de·po·si·tion


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(noun)
the act of overthrowing a person in power;

e.g. The deposition of the emperor and the establishment of a new order.

(noun)
(of law) due process of giving a sworn testament as evidence;

e.g. Harold and Mike were in charge of the deposition of the people involved in the case.



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