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arraign

/ˈærɛɪn/ verb · British & US
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What does arraign mean?

verb

To bring someone before a court of law, especially to charge them with a crime. To accuse or charge someone formally with a crime.

Example

"The police will arraign the suspect in court tomorrow."

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