Reporter
/ˈrɛpɔːrtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who compiles and publishes court decisions and legal precedents.
The lawyer consulted the reporter to find relevant case law.
- (n.) An individual who reports news or events, especially for newspapers or broadcasts.
The reporter covered the trial for the evening news.
Forms
- reporters
Commentary
In legal contexts, "reporter" primarily refers to published collections of judicial opinions; specifying the type (e.g., official reporter) can clarify usage.
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