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appellee

Pronunciation: /ˌapəˈliː, əˌpɛˈliː/
Definition of appellee

noun

Law, chiefly US
  • the defending party in a case taken to a higher court.

Origin:

mid 16th century: from French appelé, past participle of appeler 'call'. from Latin appellare 'to address' (see appeal)

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