Definition of prima facie
(Entry 1 of 2)
: at first view : on the first appearance
prima facie
adjectiveDefinition of prima facie (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: true, valid, or sufficient at first impression : apparent
the theory … gives a prima facie solution— R. J. Butler
2
: self-evident
3
: legally sufficient to establish a fact or a case unless disproved
prima facie evidence
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The first known use of prima facie was circa 1500
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