What is another word for PLEA IN BAR?
Pronunciation: [plˈiː ɪn bˈɑː] (IPA) 
A plea in bar is a traditional legal term used to describe a defense raised in court that precludes the claimant from bringing a lawsuit against the defendant. There are several synonyms used in the legal community to describe this concept, including affirmative defense, estoppel, res judicata, and preclusion. An affirmative defense is a legal argument raised by the defendant that asserts facts that, if they were proven true, would justify their actions. Estoppel is a legal principle that prevents a party from denying facts that they have already admitted to. Res judicata is a legal doctrine that prevents a party from relitigating a matter that has already been decided. Preclusion is a broader term that encompasses the other synonyms and refers to any legal principle that prevents a party from bringing a claim.
