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Definition of Affidavit
Affidavit Affidavit Af`fi*da"vit, n. [LL. affidavit he has made oath,
perfect tense of affidare. See Affiance, Affy.] (Law)
A sworn statement in writing; a declaration in writing,
signed and made upon oath before an authorized magistrate.
--Bouvier. --Burrill.
Note: It is always made ex parte, and without
cross-examination, and in this differs from a
deposition. It is also applied to written statements
made on affirmation.
Syn: Deposition. See Deposition.