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prosecutor

/ˈpro.sɛk.juː.tər/ noun · British & US
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What does prosecutor mean?

noun

A person who presents the case for the prosecution in a court of law, or a person who accuses someone of a crime. A person who pursues a complaint or accusation against someone.

Example

"The prosecutor presented a strong case against the defendant, but the jury delivered a verdict of not guilty."

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