Cross Examine (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), cross-ex·am·ined, cross-ex·am·in·ing.
  1. to examine by questions intended to check a previous examination; examine closely or minutely.
  2. to examine (a witness called by the opposing side), as for the purpose of discrediting the witness's testimony.
verb (tr)
  1. to examine (a witness for the opposing side), as in attempting to discredit his testimony
  2. to examine closely or relentlessly
Cross Examine (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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