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suborn v (transitive)

(also figuratively) To induce (someone) to commit an unlawful or malicious act, especially in a corrupt manner. [from early 16th c.] (specifically, criminal law) To induce (someone, such as a witness) to commit perjury, for example by making a false accusation or giving false evidence. To achieve (some result; specifically, perjury) in a corrupt manner. (archaic) To procure or provide (something) secretly and often in a dishonest manner. To make use of (something), especially for corrupt or dishonest reasons. (obsolete) To aid, assist, or support (something). To furnish or provide (something). To substitute (a thing) for something else, especially secretly and often in a dishonest manner.

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