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witnessing |
1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Witness \Wit"ness\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Witnessed}; p. pr & vb n. {Witnessing}.] 1. To see or know by personal presence; to have direct cognizance of This is but a faint sketch of the incalculable calamities and horrors we must expect, should we ever witness the triumphs of modern infidelity. --R. Hall. General Washington did not live to witness the restoration of peace. --Marshall. 2. To give testimony to to testify to to attest. Behold how many things they witness against thee. --Mark xv 4. 3. (Law) To see the execution of as an instrument, and subscribe it for the purpose of establishing its authenticity; as to witness a bond or a deed.
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