Word of the Day (February 27, 2015)
Prima facie β (adj.) law: based on what is known or seen when
something is first considered or dealt with (also: self-evident, true, valid,
or sufficient at first impression)
Example: βThe
presence of blood gives a prima facie
evidence of the crime committed.β
First use: 1800
(Reference:
Merriam Webster Dictionary. Merriam-Webster Dictionary Application.
Merriam-Webster, Inc., 2015.)
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