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Legal Definitions - false

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Definition of false

False is an adjective that means something is not true, deceitful, or not genuine. It can be intentional, accidental, or a mistake.

  • A false statement: This means that someone said something that is not true.
  • A false witness: This means that someone lied under oath.
  • False coinage: This means that the coins are not real or authentic.

The examples illustrate how something can be false in different ways. A false statement is intentionally untrue, while false coinage is not genuine. A false witness is deceitful because they lied under oath.

False action is a term used in Scottish law to mean making or proving something false. In history, a feigned action or false action was an illegal action brought on a pretended right.

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Simple Definition

False means something that is not true or is deceitful. It can be intentional, accidental, or a mistake. For example, a false statement is one that is not true. A false witness is someone who lies. False can also mean something that is not genuine or authentic, like false coinage. In Scottish law, false means to make or prove something is not true. In the past, a false action was a legal term for a lawsuit brought for an illegal purpose on a pretended right.

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