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attainder.

The state a prisoner entered once a death sentence (usually for treason) had been issued; the state of being stripped of all civil rights.

9 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The state a prisoner entered once a death sentence (usually for treason) had been issued; the state of being stripped of all civil rights.

    rare
  2. A stain; a state of dishonour or condemnation.

    archaic
Where this word comes from

From Anglo-Norman ataindre ("to reach"), with infinitives used as nouns being frequent in Law French. Doublet of attain and attinge.

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