prosecution (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /prɒsɪˈkjuːʃən/
Definition
The institution and conducting of legal proceedings against a person or organization, especially in criminal court.
Examples
The prosecution presented a strong case against the defendant.
He was found guilty after a lengthy prosecution.
The defense team argued that the prosecution had not met its burden of proof.
How to Use prosecution
- prosecution of (prepositional phrase)
- The legal action taken against a specific person or entity. — "The prosecution of the former CEO is ongoing."
- burden of proof (collocation)
- The obligation to prove one's assertion in a legal case, usually resting with the prosecution. — "In criminal cases, the burden of proof lies with the prosecution."
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