The act of averring; an assertion or declaration that something is true, especially in a legal context.
From 'aver' (to assert) plus English nominal suffix '-al.' Common in medieval and early modern law when discussing how parties could formally declare facts to a court.
In medieval courts, an 'averral' was your formal chance to declare your version of truth—nobles couldn't just gossip; they had to make official averrals that their opponents could challenge!
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