Court
/kɔːrt/
Definitions
- (n.) A tribunal presided over by judges that adjudicates legal disputes.
The court delivered its verdict after a lengthy trial.
- (n.) A place where legal cases are heard and justice is administered.
She appeared at the court to testify as a witness.
- (v.) To seek the favor or support of someone, often in a formal or earnest manner.
He courted the favor of the influential officials to gain support.
Forms
- courts
- courted
- courting
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "court" primarily denotes the institution or place where justice is administered; as a verb, it is less common and typically unrelated to legal proceedings.
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