Meaning of the word allegation in English

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allegation

US /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically made without proof

Example:
The police are investigating allegations of fraud.
He denied all allegations against him.
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