Prosecute Definition & Meaning
prosecute
- verb
- conduct a prosecution in a court of law
- bring a criminal action against (in a trial); "The State of California prosecuted O.J. Simpson"
- carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in; "She pursued many activities"; "They engaged in a discussion"
"Prosecute" in song lyrics
See how prosecute is used in real songs:
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"Yo, the state is cold ready to prosecute"
Chill Rob G. — Court is Now in Session -
"High treason, now we need to prosecute"
Flobots — Stand Up -
"So don't violate or I'ma prosecute"
Potna Deuce
Words that rhyme with prosecute
Usage tips for "prosecute"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does prosecute mean?
- conduct a prosecution in a court of law bring a criminal action against (in a trial); "The State of California prosecuted O.J. Simpson" carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in; "She pursued many activities"; "They engaged in a discussion"
- What part of speech is prosecute?
- Prosecute is a verb.
- How many definitions does prosecute have?
- Prosecute has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).