A formal conclusion by a judge, jury or regulatory agency on issues of fact.
A result of research or an investigation.
That which is found, a find, a discovery.
The act of discovering something by chance, an instance of finding something by chance.
Tools or materials used in shoe making or repair.
A self-contained component of assembled jewellery.
An allegation of fact in a cause, as distinguished from a demurrer.
That which is alleged or pleaded, in defense or in justification.
The defendant’s answer to the plaintiff’s declaration and demand.
A cause in court; a lawsuit; as, the Court of Common Pleas.
An appeal, petition, urgent prayer or entreaty.
An excuse; an apology.
That which is alleged by a party in support of his cause.
To plead; to argue.