Peer
/ˈpɪər/
Definitions
- (n.) An equal in rank, status, or ability, especially among peers in a legal context such as a member of the nobility or a judge.
The defendant was judged by a panel of his peers.
- (n.) A member of the British nobility holding a hereditary or life title, entitled to sit in the House of Lords.
The House of Lords includes several distinguished peers.
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- peers
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'peer' often denotes a member of a jury or nobility, emphasizing equality or status; distinguish carefully between social and judicial uses.
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