Definition of "plea"
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An appeal, petition, urgent prayer or entreaty.
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An excuse; an apology.
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That which is alleged or pleaded, in defense or in justification.
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That which is alleged by a party in support of his cause.
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An allegation of fact in a cause, as distinguished from a demurrer.
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The defendant's answer to the plaintiff's declaration and demand.
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A cause in court; a lawsuit; as, the Court of Common Pleas.
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