2. To give testimony to; to testify to; to attest.

Behold how many things they witness against thee.

Mark xv. 4.

3. (Law) To see the execution of, as an instrument, and subscribe it

for the purpose of establishing its authenticity; as, to witness a bond

or a deed.

Wit"ness, v. i. To bear testimony; to give evidence; to testify.

Chaucer.

The men of Belial witnessed against him.

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