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Scotch verdict
noun
Definition of SCOTCH VERDICT
1
: a verdict of not proven that is allowed by Scottish criminal law in some cases instead of a verdict of not guilty
2
: an inconclusive decision or pronouncement
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First Known Use of SCOTCH VERDICT
1912
Rhymes with SCOTCH VERDICT
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