Jury
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noun
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verb
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adjective
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(As a noun)
Jury ( noun )
A body of people sworn to give a true verdict according to the evidence presented in a court of law.
Origin:
From old french juree, from latin iuria "rights, laws", from ius "law".
Examples:
- The jury found the defendant guilty of embezzlement.
- He was selected to serve on the jury.
- The jury deliberated for several days before reaching a verdict.
- The jury was composed of 12 people chosen at random from the community.
- The jury's decision was final and could not be appealed.
(As a verb)
Jury ( verb )
To act as a member of a jury.
Origin:
From old french juree, from latin iuria "rights, laws", from ius "law".
Examples:
- He was selected to jury the cooking competition.
- The panel of experts was chosen to jury the science fair.
- She was excited to jury the art exhibition.
- He was asked to jury the music competition.
- The jury was tasked to evaluate the contestants' performances.
(As an adjective)
Jury ( adjective )
Made or done by a jury.
Origin:
From old french juree, from latin iuria "rights, laws", from ius "law".
Examples:
- The jury award was given to the best actor.
- The jury decision was final and binding.
- The jury process was fair and impartial.
- The jury selection was done by a random method.
- The jury system is an important aspect of the legal system.