Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

courtroom

noun
/ˈkɔːrt.ruːm/
Definition
A room in which a law court is held.
Examples
  • The lawyer stood up and addressed the jury in the courtroom.
  • All the proceedings were recorded in the courtroom for later review.
  • The judge entered the courtroom and everyone stood up.
Meaning
A courtroom is where legal cases are heard, and it is the place where judges, juries, lawyers, and witnesses come together to present and examine evidence.
Synonyms
  • trial chamber
  • judicial venue
  • legal hall