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lawsuit

nounfeminineformalcommon/ˈlidɨ/li·de

Definition

1

A lawsuit or legal controversy; the subject matter of a litigation.

Usage examples

“The lide between the heirs was complex and lengthy.”
“The core of the lide was the property's ownership.”

Common combinations

legal disputesubject of the lawsuitparties to the litigation