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non-pros

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To decline or fail to prosecute; to allow (a lawsuit) to be dropped.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: law

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verb

Meaning 2

To enter judgement against (a plaintiff who fails to prosecute).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: law

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History

Etymology

Short for non prosequitur.