Appellant

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Definition: Appellant

Appellant

Quick Summary of Appellant

A party to a lawsuit who appeals a losing decision to a higher court in an effort to have it modified or reversed.

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What is the dictionary definition of Appellant?

Dictionary Definition

A litigant or party that is making an appeal in court.

n. the party who appeals a trial court decision he/she/it has lost.

Examples of Appellant in a sentence

The appellant made her submissions to the court

Related Phrases

Appellate court
Appellee
Hearing
Appeal
Motion
Case
Order

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Appellant are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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