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arguente

nounmasculine/femininetécnico/ɐɾˈɣwẽtɨ/low

ar·guen·te

Definition

One who argues or accuses; the party who formulates an accusation, argument, or interpellation, especially in a legal or formal context.
The arguente's testimony was crucial for the prosecution.
The defense cross-examined the arguente vigorously.
Common collocations
the arguente in the caseclaims of the arguente

Etymology

Do latim *arguens, -entis*, particípio presente de *arguere*.

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