Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
file a petition
phrase
/faɪl ə pəˈtɪʃən/
Definition
To formally submit a request or appeal to a court or an official body.
Examples
- The lawyer decided to file a petition for the client’s bail.
- Citizens can file a petition to change local policies.
- She needed to file a petition to contest the will.
Meaning
This phrase refers to the act of presenting a document that asks a court to take a specific action, often related to legal matters like seeking a divorce, challenging a decision, or requesting a change in custody.
Synonyms
- submit a request
- make an appeal
- bring a motion
