Presid

/ˈprɛzɪd/

Definitions

  1. (v.) To act as the presiding officer or chairperson of a meeting, court, or assembly.
    The judge will presid over the hearing tomorrow.

Forms

  • presids
  • presided
  • presiding

Commentary

Commonly used as a verb in legal contexts to denote the act of leading or managing a formal proceeding.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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