Definitions

1. noun

the act of giving a formal statement, typically under oath, especially in a court of law

“The key witness’s deposition was crucial to the case.”

2. noun

a written or printed statement, especially one given under oath

“The deposition was later used as evidence in the trial.”

3. verb

to give a formal statement, typically under oath, especially in a court of law

“The lawyer deposed the witness as part of the investigation.”