Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coram
Preposition
/ˈkɔːr.əm/
Definition
In the presence of; before.
Examples
- The case was heard coram judice.
- He appeared coram publico to present his argument.
Meaning
The term ‘coram’ is used in legal and formal contexts to denote that something is done in the presence of someone, especially in the presence of a court or official authority.
Synonyms
- In the presence of
- Before
- In view of
