Definition for Arraign (-s)

arraign (-s), v. [AngFr < OFr < L. ad + ratiōnāre, reason, talk reasonably.]

  1. [Legal term] indict; charge with fault; accuse of wrong-doing; take account of; take responsibility for; [word play on “reign” or “rein”] lead; direct; control.
  2. Interrogate; question; examine.

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