court of assize

ریشه

The word 'court' refers to a legal tribunal or the place where justice is administered. 'Assize' refers to a session of a court held at a specific time and place. The phrase 'court of assize' combines these two words to describe a court that historically had jurisdiction over serious criminal cases and traveled to different locations to hold trials.

مثال

• During the Middle Ages, the court of assize played a crucial role in the administration of justice.
• The court of assize was known for its strict sentencing of criminals.
• The judge presiding over the court of assize traveled from town to town to hear cases.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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