Gerichtshof — meaning in English

English meaning

• court noun A place where legal cases are heard and judged, or the judge and officials who preside over such cases.
• tribunal noun A panel or court, often with one or more judges, set up to hear and decide legal or formal disputes.

Senses

Gerichtshof is used for these senses in English:

• court An enclosed space; a courtyard; an uncovered area shut in by the walls of a building, or by different buildings; also, a space opening from a street and nearly surrounded by houses; a blind alley.
• court The hall, chamber, or place, where justice is administered.
• tribunal (legal) An assembly including one or more judges to conduct judicial business; a court of law.

court — full definition

1. noun A place where legal cases are heard and judged, or the judge and officials who preside over such cases.
2. noun A marked area for playing games such as tennis, basketball, or volleyball.
3. noun An open area enclosed by walls or buildings; a courtyard.
4. verb To try to win someone's affection, favor, or business.

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