Jury

/ˈdʒʊəri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A group of people sworn to render a verdict or true answer on a question of fact in a legal case.

The jury deliberated for three days before reaching a verdict in the high-profile case.

A group of people convened to decide winners in a competition or award event.

The jury of the film festival awarded the best picture to an independent film.

A group of people selected to give their opinion on a particular issue or topic.

The jury of experts provided valuable feedback on the new product design.

The collective body of the participants in a particular legal process.

The jury listened attentively as the defense attorney presented their case.

From Old French 'juree' meaning 'oath', derived from 'jurer' meaning 'to swear'.

jury duty

The civic duty of citizens to serve as jurors when summoned.

jury verdict

The decision reached by the jury in a legal case.

grand jury

A jury that examines evidence and decides whether to indict a suspect.

petit jury

A jury that hears a trial and delivers a verdict.

juror

A member of a jury.

jurisprudence

The theory or philosophy of law.

jurisdiction

The official power to make legal decisions and judgments.

Jury-rigged

The table was jury-rigged with some books to keep it steady.

Jury's out

The jury's out on whether this method is effective yet.