Protest

pro-test'-, v. i. To affirm in a public or for gold, mal manner; to make a solemn declaration (usually a written one) expre ive of opposition; to a ever pro ate, aver, attest, declare, profe . — v. t. To make a a. solemn declaration or affirmation of. — Pro'test, n. re- A solemn declaration of opinion, commonly against n. some act; a declaration that one does not consent sub to an act; esp. a declaration in writing of di ent from the proceedings of a legislative body. (Lavj.) to A declaration in writing, made by a notary public, favor on behalf of the holder of a bill or note, that acauspiceptance or payment has been refused. — Prot'es- -pertant, a. Making a protest; pert, to the faith and be practice of those who protest ajrainst the church of Rome. — n. One who, etc. — Prot'est a'tion, n. Act; of making a protest or public avowal; a solemn declaration, esp. of di ent.