defendant

US /dɪˈfen.dənt/
UK /dɪˈfen.dənt/
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réu, acusado

a person, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.

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The defendant pleaded not guilty to all charges.
O réu declarou-se inocente de todas as acusações.
The lawyer advised the defendant to remain silent.
O advogado aconselhou o réu a permanecer em silêncio.