What does COURT mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

Definitions

• Noun: A tribunal or forum established for the administration of justice. A quadrangular area, either open or covered, marked out for a specific ball game. (source: Merriam-Webster)
• Verb: To attempt to win (a game or match) while giving ones opponent as few points as possible. (source: Oxford English Dictionary)

Pronunciations

• US: /kɔrt/
• UK: /kɔːt/

Origin and Usage

The word "court" originated from Middle English and Old French. It has been used since the 12th century to refer to a tribunal or forum established for the administration of justice. In sports, "court" has been used since the 16th century to refer to a quadrangular area marked out for a specific ball game.

Synonyms

• Judicial system
• Forum
• Field
• Playing area

Related Words

• Crout
• Route
• Tutor
• Crate
• Actor

Example Sentences

• The court found the defendant guilty of the charges.
• She served as a judge in the local court for 20 years.
• The basketball court was newly renovated.
• The tennis court is closed for repairs.
• He is practicing his serve on the court.
• The team played on a different court than usual.