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Surrebutter

Description:

Surrebutter is a noun that refers to a legal term used in early English law. It describes a person who answers or opposes a bill in the English Parliament.

Sense 1:

Noun: Legal Term

In English law, a surrebutter is a person who responds or opposes a bill in the English Parliament.

Example sentence: The surrebutter argued passionately against the proposed bill, presenting a strong case against its implementation.

Sense 2:

Noun: Culinary Term

In culinary terms, surrebutter can refer to a small dish used for serving melted butter or sauces.

Example sentence: The waiter brought a surrebutter filled with warm melted butter to accompany the freshly baked bread.

Sense 3:

Noun: Historical Term

Surrebutter can also be used as a historical term to describe a rebuttal or counter-argument made in response to an initial statement or claim.

Example sentence: The lawyer provided a surrebutter to the prosecution's argument, presenting evidence that contradicted their claims.

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