3syllables
petition
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Definitions ofpetition
1noun
- A formal, written request made to an official person or organized body, often containing many signatures.
- A compilation of signatures built in order to exert moral authority in support of a specific cause.
- A formal written request for judicial action.
- A prayer; a supplication; an entreaty.
1verb
- To make a request to, commonly in written form.
Example: "The villagers petitioned the council to demolish the dangerous building."
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