averment noun. [ǝ'vǝ:m(ǝ)nt] LME.
[Anglo-Norman, Old French aver(r)ement: see AVER verb², -MENT.]
1. The action of proving, by argument or evidence; esp. (Law) a formal statement including an offer of proof or justification. LME.

2. Assertion, affirmation; a positive declaration. E17.

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