Plea

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

(law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer)

Framework senses

Wordset Dictionary3 sensesview framework →
§1
an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed
§2
(law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer)
§3
a humble request for help from someone in authority