appeals court

noun

Pronunciation: əˈpiːlz ˌkɔːrt

Definition

A judicial body empowered to review and potentially overturn decisions made by lower courts.

Examples

• The appeals court ruled that the original trial judge had made a significant error in admitting the evidence.

• Lawyers often spend months preparing the legal briefs required for a hearing in the appeals court.

• If you are dissatisfied with the outcome of your case, you may seek a review from the local appeals court.

Synonyms of appeals court

Words with a similar meaning to appeals court:

• appellate court
• higher court
• court of appeal
• tribunal

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