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fifth amendment meaning and definition
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Definition of Fifth Amendment (noun)
- an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that imposes restrictions on the government's prosecution of persons accused of crimes; mandates due process of law and prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardy; requires just compensation if private property is taken for public use
Source: Princeton University Wordnet