Usher
/ˈʌʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) An official who escorts people to their seats in a courtroom or public gathering.
The usher directed the guests to their designated seats before the trial.
- (v.) To lead or guide someone to a place, especially seats in a public venue.
The bailiff ushered the witness into the courtroom.
- (v.) To mark or introduce the beginning of a new event or period.
The ruling ushered in a new era of legal reform.
Forms
- ushers
- ushered
- ushering
Related terms
Commentary
In legal contexts, 'usher' commonly refers to a court officer guiding participants; as a verb, it can also imply initiating a process or change.
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