expert witness

Definition of "expert witness"
  1. A specialist in a particular subject who provides their professional opinion in a trial or deposition, despite not witnessing any events related to the case, and receives payment for these services
How to use "expert witness" in a sentence
  1. An expert witness in forensic science testified about the evidence found at the crime scene.
  2. The defense hired an expert witness in psychology to discuss the defendant's mental health.
  3. The prosecution brought in an expert witness in finance to explain the fraud allegations.

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