prosecutev. t.[L. prosecutus, p. p. of prosequi to follow, pursue. See Pursue.]()1. To follow or pursue with a view to reach, execute, or accomplish; to endeavor to obtain or complete; to carry on; to continue; as, to prosecute a scheme, hope, or claim.()I am beloved Hermia;
Why should not I, then, prosecute my right ? (Shak.)2. To seek to obtain by legal process; as, to prosecute a right or a claim in a court of law.()3. (Law) To pursue with the intention of punishing; to accuse of some crime or breach of law, or to pursue for redress or punishment, before a legal tribunal; to proceed against judicially; as, to prosecute a man for trespass, or for a riot.()To acquit themselves and prosecute their foes. (Milton.)v. i.1. To follow after.(Latimer.)2. (Law) To institute and carry on a legal prosecution; as, to prosecute for public offenses.(Blackstone.)