#1 dissent n. (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority; "he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion". wn
#2 dissent v. withhold assent; "Several Republicans dissented". wn
#3 dissent n. a difference of opinion. wn
#4 dissent v. [protest, resist] express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country". wn
#5 dissent n. [protest, objection] the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent. wn
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