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GRAVAMEN

\ɡɹˈave͡ɪmˌɛn], \ɡɹˈave‍ɪmˌɛn], \ɡ_ɹ_ˈa_v_eɪ_m_ˌɛ_n]\

Definitions of GRAVAMEN

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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Grievance: substantial ground of complaint or accusation.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
By Daniel Lyons

The substantial cause of an action; the most serious part of a charge.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

Cause of complaint or action.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. [Latin] Point of pressure; stress laid on a part;â€”burden of a charge or accusation; substantial ground or reason of a process.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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