CEFR C1

assize

noun

Meaning

A court session, especially one held by a judge of the King's Bench in England, or a judge of assize.

Examples

The assize was held in the old town hall.
Many important legal precedents were set at the assizes.

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assize (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈsaɪz/

Definition

A court session, especially one held by a judge of the King's Bench in England, or a judge of assize.

Examples

The assize was held in the old town hall.
Many important legal precedents were set at the assizes.

How to Use assize

assize of (collocation): A specific historical law or decree issued by royal authority. — "The Assize of Clarendon laid down rules for sheriffs and constables."

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