Definition of "claim"
- noun
A demand of ownership made for something (eg. claim ownership, claim victory).
A new statement of truth made about something, usually when the statement has yet to be verified.
A demand of ownership for previously unowned land (eg. in the gold rush, oil rush).
A legal demand for compensation or damages.
- verb
To demand ownership of.
To state a new fact, typically without providing evidence to prove it is true.
To demand ownership or right to use for land.
To demand compensation or damages through the courts.
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