Third person singular present tense: defends oneself or proves one's case in medieval legal proceedings.
From 'deraign' with the '-s' suffix for third person singular. Used primarily in historical texts and literary works set in medieval times.
When you see 'deraigns' in old English literature, you're reading about high-stakes legal drama—someone's reputation and survival hanging on their ability to defend themselves properly.
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