writ
UK/rit/US
GREB1
Definitions
n.
A formal written legal order issued by a court commanding someone to do or refrain from doing something.
令状，书面法律命令
Root Breakdown
Native Englishwritother
=writ
Common Collocations
- 1.writ of habeas corpus人身保护令
- 2.issue a writ签发令状
- 3.serve a writ送达令状
Example Sentences
- 1.
The court issued a writ of habeas corpus to ensure the defendant's rights were protected.
- 2.
A writ of execution authorized the sheriff to seize the defendant's assets.