Ushering
/ˈʌʃərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v.) The act of escorting or guiding persons into or out of a courtroom or legal proceeding, often to maintain order or security.
The bailiff was ushering the witnesses into the courtroom.
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Commentary
Primarily used to describe the action of directing or guiding individuals within legal settings; ensure clarity between the physical act and any procedural connotations.
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