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The correct spelling is protests.
How to pronounce protests
noun
Say it like: Pro-tes-ts
The correct spelling is protests. A formal objection, especially one by a group. For example: "They lodged a protest with the authorities."
Usage Examples
“They lodged a protest with the authorities.”
“We held a protest in front of City Hall.”
“How dare you, I protest!”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A formal objection, especially one by a group.
- 2.A collective gesture of disapproval; a demonstration.
- 3.The noting by a notary public of an unpaid or unaccepted bill.
- 4.A written declaration, usually by the master of a ship, stating the circumstances attending loss or damage of ship or cargo, etc.
verb
- 1.To make a strong objection.
- 2.To affirm (something).
- 3.To object to.
- 4.To call as a witness in affirming or denying, or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to.
- 5.To make a solemn written declaration, in due form, on behalf of the holder, against all parties liable for any loss or damage to be sustained by non-acceptance or non-payment of (a bill or note). This should be made by a notary public, whose seal it is the usual practice to affix.
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