Tribunal

/trɪˈbjuːnəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A body or assembly established to settle certain types of disputes or administer justice.
    The labor tribunal resolved the workers' complaints efficiently.
  2. (n.) A court or forum with authority to adjudicate specific legal matters.
    The international tribunal issued its ruling on the territorial dispute.

Forms

  • tribunals

Commentary

Typically denotes a formal adjudicatory body but can imply specialized jurisdiction distinct from general courts.

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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