Arraignment Definition & Meaning

arraignment
noun
  1. a legal document calling someone to court to answer an indictment

"Arraignment" in song lyrics

See how arraignment is used in real songs:

  • "Fresh out the 'tainment on the pavement made in our arraignment"
    Akir — Grind
  • "Breaking news around the clock on Michael Jackson's arraignment"
    Alexipharmic — Fox News
  • "Awareness leaving the bareness of my culture stand in arraignment"
    Arsonists — Respect the Unexpected

Usage tips for "arraignment"

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