A testemunha
Example: A testemunha confirmou o que viu no acidente ontem.
Definition
"A testemunha" refers to a person who provides an account of what they have seen or experienced, especially in the context of an event or incident. In human resources, this often involves confirming facts or observations related to workplace incidents or disputes.
Etymology
The word "a testemunha" comes from the Latin 'testis,' meaning 'witness' or 'one who bears witness.' Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to specifically denote someone who can attest to events or facts. Did you know that the Latin root is also the source of the English word 'testimony'?
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