verb To call as a witness in affirming or denying, or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to.
verb to make a solemn written declaration, in due form, on behalf of the holder, against all parties liable for any loss or damage to be sustained by non-acceptance or non-payment of (a bill or note). This should be made by a notary public, whose seal it is the usual practice to affix.
verb To publish; to make known.
noun A formal objection, especially one by a group.