declaration

B1
Pronunciation
/ˌdɛkləˈɹeɪʃən/
/ˌdɛkləˈɹeɪʃən/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A written or oral indication of a fact, opinion, or belief.

2 Definition

A list of items for various legal purposes, e.g. customs declaration.

3 Definition

The act or process of declaring.

4 Definition

The act, by the captain of a batting side, of declaring an innings closed.

5 Definition

In common law, the formal document specifying plaintiff's cause of action, including the facts necessary to sustain a proper cause of action, and to advise the defendant of the grounds upon which he is being sued.

6 Definition

The specification of an object, such as a variable or function, establishing its existence but not necessarily describing its contents.