protestation

Definitions of protestation
  1. noun
    a formal and solemn declaration of objection
    synonyms: griefs d'appel
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    type of:
    objection
    the speech act of objecting
  2. noun
    the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval
    synonyms: griefs d'appel
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    type of:
    objection
    the speech act of objecting
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