allegation
UK /ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/ US /ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
noun 2
Definitions
noun
1
An assertion, especially an accusation, not necessarily based on facts.
She put forth several allegations regarding her partner in hopes of discrediting his actions.
A spokesman for Lothian and Borders Police said: "We can confirm that a 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with the murder of Jodi Jones. A 45-year-old has also been arrested in connection with allegations of attempting to pervert the course of justice. A report on this has been sent to the procurator fiscal."
2
The act of alleging.
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