How to pronounce “plead”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (ambitransitive, copulative) To present (an argument or a plea), especially in a legal case.
• (intransitive) To beg, beseech, or implore, especially emotionally.
• (transitive) To offer by way of excuse.
• (transitive) To discuss by arguments.

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