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1. summons
verb. ['ˈsʌmənz'] call in an official matter, such as to attend court.
Etymology
- summons (English)
- sumunce (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
2. summons
noun. ['ˈsʌmənz'] an order to appear in person at a given place and time.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- summons (English)
- sumunce (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. summons
noun. ['ˈsʌmənz'] a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant.
Etymology
- summons (English)
- sumunce (Old French (842-ca. 1400))