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Rareattainder
The correct spelling is attainder.
How to pronounce attainder
noun
Say it like: Att-ayn-der
The correct spelling is attainder. The state a prisoner enters once a death sentence (usually for treason) had been issued; the state of being stripped of all civil rights.
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Definition
noun
- 1.The state a prisoner enters once a death sentence (usually for treason) had been issued; the state of being stripped of all civil rights.
- 2.A stain; a state of dishonour or condemnation.
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