How to Pronounce Nonsuit

To pronounce "nonsuit", say NONS-uit — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈnɒnsjuːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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7

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/ˈnɒnsjuːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nonsuit”

"nonsuit" has 2 syllables: nons-uit.

What does nonsuit mean?

noun

  1. A lawsuit that is dismissed as having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.
  2. A neglect or failure by the plaintiff to follow up his suit; a renunciation or withdrawal of the cause by the plaintiff.

verb

  1. To dismiss (a suit or plaintiff) on the grounds of his or her lawsuit having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.

Related words

nonabilitynondismissalno-billdefaultnonindictmentnonverdictnonjoindernonconviction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nonsuit"?▾

"Nonsuit" has 2 syllables: nons · uit.

What is the IPA transcription of "nonsuit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nonsuit" is /ˈnɒnsjuːt/.

What does "nonsuit" mean?▾

Nonsuit: A lawsuit that is dismissed as having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.

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