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A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place
“Forensic evidence will be necessary to corroborate the testimony of our witness.”
A person giving sworn testimony to a court of law or the police
“The said witness gave a statement to the police as well as testimony at trial.”
Attestation or testimony of a fact or event
“The large following is witness to the fact that something of distinct value was created.”
An assertion, especially an accusation, not necessarily based on facts
The person or people mentioned in a document (with signatures)
Official who attests, records, endorses, or registers legal documents
A Christian who publicly displays his or her religion
Informing on someone to authorities in exchange for leniency or protection from prosecution
One who is present at a specific event
Something which serves as a sign or evidence of something
A missionary or evangelist, or a leader of a religious mission
To see, be present at, or know at first hand
“No one else had been present to witness the incident, a fact that gave him the opportunity to blame it on a customer.”
To see or gain knowledge of through experience
“As a journalist, however, the desire to witness war first-hand overcame all fear.”
To be a sign or proof of (something)
“The outstanding results witness to the happiness and dedication of our staff.”
To make a declaration, or give evidence, under oath
“I can witness to the fact that my husband was home last evening.”
To be present as someone signs (a document)
“I hereby witness the signing of this document by the above named in my presence.”
To be a sign or indication of
To sign one's name at the foot of
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