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 Definitions of special pleading  [ˈspɛʃ əˌlaɪz]  

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Definition of 'special pleading' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) special pleading
Law. pleading that avoids allegations against a client by alleging new or special matter.

2.  special pleading
arguing that ignores unfavorable features of a subject.

Etymology:  (1675–85)

Definition of 'special pleading' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) special pleading
an argument that ignores all unfavorable evidence

2. (noun) special pleading
(law) a pleading that alleges new facts in avoidance of the opposing allegations

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