Discovery Definition
dĭ-skŭvə-rē
discoveries
noun
discoveries
The act of discovering.
Webster's New World
Anything discovered.
Webster's New World
The act of revealing; disclosure.
Webster's New World
Any pretrial procedures, as the taking of depositions, for compelling the disclosure of pertinent factual information.
Webster's New World
In litigation, the compulsory release by a party of documents and other evidence sought by the other party, under rules set by the court. Means of discovery include depositions, written interrogatories, requests for admissions, and requests to produce documents or to inspect property. See also disclosure.
Webster's New World Law
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discovery
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discoveries
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