deposition
Meaning: A formal sworn statement taken outside of court, typically recorded for use as evidence; also, the removal of a monarch or leader from power.
In law, a deposition involves a witness giving testimony under oath before a trial, with both parties' lawyers present. It is more commonly used in American legal practice but understood internationally. The term also means the act of deposing (removing from power), as in the deposition of a king. In science, deposition refers to the settling of material, such as sediment. Common collocations include 'give a deposition,' 'take a deposition,' and 'deposition testimony.'
Examples
- The witness gave a detailed deposition about the events leading up to the accident. 证人就事故发生前的经过作了详细的证词。El testigo prestó una declaración detallada sobre los acontecimientos previos al accidente.証人は事故に至る経緯について詳細な証言を行った。증인은 사고에 이르기까지의 경위에 대해 상세한 증언을 했다.
- The deposition of Richard II in 1399 marked a dramatic turning point in English history. 1399年理查德二世的废黜标志着英国历史上一个戏剧性的转折点。La deposición de Ricardo II en 1399 marcó un punto de inflexión dramático en la historia de Inglaterra.1399年のリチャード2世の廃位は、イングランド史における劇的な転換点となった。1399년 리처드 2세의 폐위는 영국 역사에서 극적인 전환점이 되었다.
- Geological deposition of sediment over millions of years created the distinctive rock formations. 数百万年来地质沉积物的沉积形成了独特的岩层。La deposición geológica de sedimentos a lo largo de millones de años creó las singulares formaciones rocosas.数百万年にわたる堆積物の地質学的沈積が、独特な岩石層を形成した。수백만 년에 걸친 퇴적물의 지질학적 퇴적이 독특한 암석 지형을 형성했다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: professional, academic
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin depositio (a laying down, depositing), from deponere (to put down), composed of de- (down) + ponere (to place). Entered English in the 14th century via Old French.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
More From This Topic
More from General Advanced
Flashcards, quizzes, audio pronunciation & spaced repetition — all free