Le dossier
Example: Le dossier du procès contient toutes les preuves nécessaires.
Definition
"Le dossier" in legal context refers to the collection of documents and evidence compiled for a court case or legal proceeding. It includes all necessary paperwork, proofs, and records that support the arguments and decisions in the trial or investigation.
Etymology
The French word "le dossier" originally means 'file' or 'folder,' derived from the Old French 'dos' meaning 'back,' because documents were traditionally stacked or fastened on a backing. In legal terms, it evolved to denote the complete set of files relating to a case.
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"Le dossier" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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