Venire

/ˈvɪnəˌri/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A panel of prospective jurors summoned to appear in court from which a jury is chosen.
    The venire was called to the courtroom to begin jury selection.

Forms

  • venire

Commentary

Commonly used in the context of jury selection; venire refers specifically to the summoned group before a final jury is chosen.

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