How to Pronounce "plead out"
expression
ˈpɫid/ /ˈaʊt
PLEED-owt
plˈiːd/ /ˈaʊt
pleed-OWT
Definition
To agree to plead guilty to a lesser charge or one of several charges in exchange for a lighter sentence, instead of going to trial.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫid/ /ˈaʊt
British English
plˈiːd/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLEED-owt
UK
pleed-OWT
Listen in Context
He decided to plead out instead of risking a trial.
The lawyer advised her client to plead out for a shorter sentence.
If you plead out, you might avoid more serious charges.
After months of negotiation, he finally agreed to plead out and serve less jail time.