vastine — meaning in English
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English meaning
- answer noun A reply given to a question, or a solution to a problem.
- counterpart noun A person or thing that corresponds to or matches another, often in a different place or organization.
- equivalent adj Equal in value, meaning, or effect, though not necessarily identical.
- plea noun An urgent, heartfelt request.
Senses
vastine is used for these senses in English:
- answer (legal) A document filed in response to a complaint, responding to each point raised in the complaint and raising counterpoints.
- equivalent Anything that is virtually equal to something else, or has the same value, force, etc.
- plea (legal) The defendant’s answer to the plaintiff’s declaration and demand.
answer — full definition
- noun A reply given to a question, or a solution to a problem.
- verb To give a reply, especially to a question, letter, or call.
- verb To be accountable or responsible for something, often to someone in authority.