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Plaint: meaning, definitions and examples

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plaint

 

[ pleษชnt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

legal complaint

A plaint is a formal written statement that outlines the grievances or complaints of a party in a legal case. It serves as the foundational document that initiates legal proceedings in court. Typically, a plaint sets forth the facts of the case, the legal basis for the claim, and the relief sought by the complainant.

Synonyms

accusation, allegation, complaint

Examples of usage

  • The plaintiff filed a plaint against the defendant.
  • The plaint detailed the reasons for the lawsuit.
  • In her plaint, she described the events leading up to the incident.
  • The lawyer prepared a meticulous plaint to ensure clarity.
Context #2 | Noun

expression of sorrow

In a broader sense, a plaint can refer to an expression of sorrow or lamentation. It captures the sentiment of grief or mourning often conveyed in poetry or music. This usage reflects emotional anguish or a deep sense of loss.

Synonyms

keening, lament, wail

Examples of usage

  • The plaint of the ballad resonated with many.
  • Her plaint echoed through the silent hall.
  • He sang a plaint that spoke of lost love.
  • The plaint filled the air with sadness.

Translations

Translations of the word "plaint" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pleito

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคญเคฟเคฏเฅ‹เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Klage

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gugatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบะฐั€ะณะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skarga

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่จดใˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plainte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ queja

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸikayet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถˆ๋งŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดูƒูˆู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stรญลพnost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sลฅaลพnosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŠ•่ฏ‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pritoลพba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kvรถrtun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐา“ั‹ะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฉแƒ˜แƒ•แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸikayษ™t

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ queja

Word origin

The word 'plaint' originates from the Latin word 'plaintus', meaning 'a lament' or 'a complaint'. It evolved through Old French as 'plaint', which was used in legal contexts to refer to formal complaints or statements. The term has maintained its relevance in law, particularly in common law jurisdictions, where it denotes a statement outlining a claim. The historical usage reflects its roots in expressing sorrow or grief, indicating a strong connection between legal and emotional expressions of dissatisfaction.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,249, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.