La plainte
Example: La plainte a été déposée contre le voisin bruyant hier.
Definition
"La plainte" in legal context refers to a formal accusation or complaint made by a person asserting that their rights have been violated or that a crime has been committed, typically submitted to authorities to initiate an investigation or legal action.
Etymology
The term "la plainte" originates from the Old French word 'plaint,' which comes from the Latin 'plangere,' meaning to lament or strike. Did you know? The evolution reflects expressing sorrow or grievance, which aligns with making a formal complaint in law.
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"La plainte" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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