Quash
/kwɒʃ/
Definitions
- (v.) To annul or void a legal proceeding or decision by authoritative order.
The court decided to quash the subpoena due to lack of relevance.
Forms
- quashes
- quashed
- quashing
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Commentary
Often used in the context of motions to quash in legal proceedings, especially relating to subpoenas or indictments.
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