Court of Law
/ˈkɔːrt əv lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A judicial tribunal empowered to hear and decide lawsuits and administer justice.
The dispute was resolved after the case was presented in a court of law.
Forms
- courts of law
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Commentary
Often emphasizes formal judicial authority distinct from informal or religious courts.
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