Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
summons
noun
/ˈsʌmənz/
Definition
A call or request for someone to appear, usually in a legal context.
Examples
- The court issued a summons for John to appear at the hearing.
- She received a summons to serve on the jury.
- Failure to respond to a summons can lead to legal penalties.
Meaning
A summons is a document issued by a court or an authority that orders someone to appear before it or to produce certain documents.
Synonyms
- subpoena
- citation
- notification
