Meaning of bill of attainder in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    bill of attainder

    Definitions

    1. a legislative act finding a person guilty of treason or felony without a trial

    Examples

    • « bills of attainder are prohibited by the Constitution of the United States »

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