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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

deposition

/dɪˈpɒzɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does deposition mean?

noun

The act of giving evidence or testimony, especially in a formal or official setting. A layer of material, such as sediment or rock, deposited at the bottom of a body of water.

Example

"The deposition of the witness was crucial to the case."

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