n.被告人，被告
adj.被告的，辩护的

原形：defendant复数：defendants

They find the defendant not guilty.
他们裁定被告无罪。
Eric took an oath that he had seen the defendant leaving the scene of crime.
埃里克赌咒曾看到过被告从犯罪现场离开。
The defendant was found guilty of embezzlement by the jury.
被告被陪审团认定犯有贪污罪。
The defendant's lawyer argued for a reduced sentence due to his client's previous good behavior.
被告律师以其当事人过去的良好行为为由，请求减轻刑罚。
In court, the defendant pleaded not guilty to all charges.
在法庭上，被告对所有指控不认罪。
The prosecutor presented compelling evidence against the defendant.
检察官出示了针对被告的有力证据。
The defendant's testimony contradicted the statements given by several witnesses.
被告的证词与几位证人的陈述相矛盾。
A skilled defense attorney can often poke holes in the prosecution's case against the defendant.
一名熟练的辩护律师常常能找出控方针对被告案件中的漏洞。
The judge reminded the defendant that anything they say could be used against them in court.
法官提醒被告，他们所说的一切都可能在法庭上作为对他们不利的证据。
The defendant's alibi proved to be solid, casting doubt on the prosecution's timeline of events.
被告的不在场证明十分确凿，使人们对控方事件时间线产生了怀疑。
After hours of deliberation, the jury reached a unanimous decision to acquit the defendant.
经过数小时的审议，陪审团一致决定宣告被告无罪。
The defendant chose to represent themselves in court, acting as their own counsel.
被告选择在法庭上自我辩护，充当自己的律师。