deposition

[ˌdɛpəˈzɪʃən]

deposition Definition

  • 1the process of giving sworn evidence, especially in a court of law
  • 2the removal of someone important from a powerful position
  • 3the action of depositing something, especially money, in a bank account

Using deposition: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deposition" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The witness gave a deposition to the court.

  • Example

    The deposition of the CEO led to a major shakeup in the company.

  • Example

    I made a deposition of $1000 into my savings account.

  • Example

    The deposition of sediment in the river caused it to change course.

deposition Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with deposition

  • to question someone under oath and record their answers for use as evidence in a legal case

    Example

    The lawyer plans to take a deposition from the witness next week.

  • a statement of religious beliefs or principles

    Example

    The church requires all members to make a deposition of faith before being baptized.

  • the process by which sedimentary rocks are formed through the accumulation and hardening of sediment over time

    Example

    The Grand Canyon is a result of millions of years of deposition of rock.

Origins of deposition

from Latin 'depositio', meaning 'a laying down'

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Summary: deposition in Brief

The term 'deposition' [ˌdɛpəˈzɪʃən] can refer to the act of giving sworn evidence, such as in a court of law, or the removal of someone important from a powerful position. It can also refer to the action of depositing something, especially money, in a bank account. Examples include 'The witness gave a deposition to the court,' and 'I made a deposition of $1000 into my savings account.' Phrases include 'take a deposition,' referring to questioning someone under oath, and 'deposition of rock,' referring to the process by which sedimentary rocks are formed.

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