affiant

[ uh-fahy-uhnt ]

noun

, Law.

1. a person who makes an affidavit.

affiant

/ əˈfaɪənt /

noun

1. law a person who makes an affidavit

Word History and Origins

Origin of affiant¹

1800–10, Americanism; obsolete v. affy to confide (< Middle French afier; affiance ) + -ant

Word History and Origins

Origin of affiant¹

C19: Old French, from affier to trust to, from Medieval Latin affīdāre; see affiance

Example Sentences

You should start by stating the name of the person giving the testimony, called the “affiant.”

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Include the name, home address, work address, birth date and occupation of the affiant.

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You should also state whether the affiant is related to any parties in the case.

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The affiant must pretend that he is speaking directly to the court.

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The witness giving the affidavit is the “affiant.”

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