deposition

Meaning

The action of depositing something; the laying down of matter by a natural process.

the act of removing someone from office, or the process of giving sworn evidence

Example Sentences

River deposition leads to the formation of new landmasses.

The lawyer took the witness’s deposition before the trial.

Example Expressions

sworn deposition

Synonyms

sedimentation, removal, testimony, statement, affidavit, ousting

Entry 1

sedimentation, removal

Entry 2

testimony, statement, affidavit, removal, ousting

Antonyms

erosion, depletion, appointment, installment

Entry 1

erosion, depletion

Entry 2

appointment, installment

Collocations

give a deposition, sworn deposition, deposition hearing, deposition testimony