Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Previous word: burden
Next word: burdensome
Definition of: burden of proof
The obligation resting upon one or other of the parties to a controversy, or action at law, to establish by proofs a given proposition before being entitled to receive an answer from the other side.
Comment about this word, ask questions, or add new information about this topic: