juror
Juror (noun) means a member of a jury, sworn to decide the facts of a court case. Example: “The judge reminded jurors not to discuss the case outside the courtroom.”
How to use juror
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person serving on a jury.
A "juror" is one individual member; "jury" is the whole group.
Word forms
jurors plural
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The judge reminded _____ not to discuss the case outside the courtroom.
Etymology
From Old French jureor, ultimately from Latin iurare, "to swear an oath" — jurors traditionally swear to judge fairly.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “juror” mean?
The word “juror” means a member of a jury, sworn to decide the facts of a court case. In plain terms, a person serving on a jury.
How do you pronounce “juror”?
“Juror” is pronounced JOOR-ruh (/ˈd͡ʒʊɹɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “juror” in a sentence?
Here is “juror” used in a sentence: “The judge reminded jurors not to discuss the case outside the courtroom.”
What part of speech is “juror”?
“Juror” is a noun.
Where does the word “juror” come from?
The word “juror” comes from Latin. From Old French jureor, ultimately from Latin iurare, "to swear an oath" — jurors traditionally swear to judge fairly.
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