Definition for IM-PUGN'

IM-PUGN', v.t. [impu'ne; Fr. impugner; Sp. impugnar.; L. impugno; in and pugno, to fight or resist.]

To oppose; to attack by words or arguments; to contradict. The lawfulness of lots is impugned by some, and defended by others. The truth hereof will not rashly impugn, or over-boldly affirm. Peacham.

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