protests

noun

1
A formal objection, especially one by a group.
“They lodged a protest with the authorities.”
2
A collective gesture of disapproval; a demonstration.
“We held a protest in front of City Hall.”
3
The noting by a notary public of an unpaid or unaccepted bill.
4
A written declaration, usually by the master of a ship, stating the circumstances attending loss or damage of ship or cargo, etc.

Synonyms

verb

1
To make a strong objection.
“How dare you, I protest!”
2
To affirm (something).
“I do protest and declare …”
3
To object to.
“They protested the demolition of the school.”
4
To call as a witness in affirming or denying, or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to.
5
To make a solemn written declaration, in due form, on behalf of the holder, against all parties liable for any loss or damage to be sustained by non-acceptance or non-payment of (a bill or note). This should be made by a notary public, whose seal it is the usual practice to affix.
6
To publish; to make known.

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