Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-bench
noun
/ðə bɛntʃ/
Definition
The term ‘the-bench’ refers to the group of judges who preside over court cases, or more generally, to the judiciary as an institution.
Examples
- The bench ruled in favor of the defendant.
- The attorneys presented their arguments to the bench with great respect.
- After much deliberation, the bench came to a unanimous decision.
Meaning
In legal contexts, ‘the-bench’ signifies those individuals responsible for administering justice within a court system. It can encompass judges and magistrates who make decisions on legal matters.
Synonyms
- judiciary
- court
- magistracy
- supreme court
- judges
