litigation

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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin lītigātiō.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌlɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/
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  • Rhymes: -eɪʃən
  • Hyphenation: li‧ti‧ga‧tion

Noun

litigation (countable and uncountable, plural litigations)

  1. (law) The conduct of a lawsuit.
    There is ongoing litigation in this matter.
    This law firm is known for its litigation practice.
    That attorney has been chastised for his litigation behavior.

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