In Latin legal and philosophical contexts, a term meaning doubt or uncertainty; often used in the phrase 'in dubio' (in doubt).
Direct from Latin 'dubium,' the neuter form of 'dubius' (doubtful). Used in English academic and legal writing that references Latin principles, especially in philosophy and jurisprudence.
The phrase 'in dubio pro reo' (when in doubt, for the accused) is a foundational principle of Western law—meaning the burden of proof rests on the accuser, not the defendant.
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