deposition — The process of giving sworn testimony outside of court, or the natural accumulation of material such as sediment or minerals over time.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The process of giving sworn testimony outside of court, or the natural accumulation of material such as sediment or minerals over time.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdepəˈzɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's deposition lasted eight hours and included some very awkward moments.
- The king's deposition was so sudden that he didn't even have time to pack his crown.
- Scientists studied the deposition of volcanic ash to understand the eruption pattern.
deposition
NOUN[/ˌdepəˈzɪʃən/]
The process of giving sworn testimony outside of court, or the natural accumulation of material such as sediment or minerals over time.
The process of giving sworn testimony outside of court, or the natural accumulation of material such as sediment or minerals over time.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'deponere' meaning 'to put down' or 'to lay aside', which developed into meanings of removing from office, giving testimony, and settling sediment.
Breakdown
de- (down/away) + posit- (to place/put) + -ion (noun suffix indicating action or process)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The CEO's deposition lasted eight hours and included some very awkward moments.”
“The king's deposition was so sudden that he didn't even have time to pack his crown.”
“Scientists studied the deposition of volcanic ash to understand the eruption pattern.”
“His deposition was so boring that even the court reporter fell asleep.”
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