prov|en

prov|en
prov|en «PROO vuhn», verb.
proved; a past participle of prove: »

We do not wish guilty persons to get away. Neither do we wish innocent persons or persons not yet proven guilty to be subjected to unlawful and unconstitutional procedures (New York Times).

Usage See prove for usage note. (Cf.prove)

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