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- [joo r-ee]
- /ˈdʒʊər i/
- /ˈdʒʊə.ri/
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- [joo r-ee]
- /ˈdʒʊər i/
Definitions of juries word
- noun plural juries a group of persons sworn to render a verdict or true answer on a question or questions officially submitted to them. 1
- noun plural juries such a group selected according to law and sworn to inquire into or determine the facts concerning a cause or an accusation submitted to them and to render a verdict to a court. Compare grand jury, petty jury. 1
- noun plural juries a group of persons chosen to adjudge prizes, awards, etc., as in a competition. 1
- verb with object juries to judge or evaluate by means of a jury: All entries will be juried by a panel of professionals. 1
- idioms juries the jury is (still) out, a decision, determination, or opinion has yet to be rendered: The jury is still out on the president's performance. 1
- noun juries Plural form of jury. 1
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Origin of juries
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English jurie, juree, < Old French juree oath, juridical inquiry, noun use of juree, feminine past participle of jurer to swear; cf. jurat
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Parts of speech for Juries
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juries popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 99% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
juries usage trend in Literature
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noun juries
- committees — Plural form of committee.
- directorates — Plural form of directorate.
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