protest

Meanings

1. 1
   noun A formal objection, especially one by a group.
2. 2
   noun A collective gesture of disapproval; a demonstration.
3. 3
   noun The noting by a notary public of an unpaid or unaccepted bill.
4. 4
   noun A written declaration, usually by the master of a ship, stating the circumstances attending loss or damage of ship or cargo, etc.
5. 5
   verb To make a strong objection.
6. 6
   verb To affirm (something).
7. 7
   verb To object to.
8. 8
   verb To call as a witness in affirming or denying, or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to.
9. 9
   verb To make a solemn written declaration, in due form, on behalf of the holder, against all parties liable for any loss or damage to be sustained by non-acceptance or non-payment of (a bill or note). This should be made by a notary public, whose seal it is the usual practice to affix.
10. 10
    verb To publish; to make known.