High Court
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(in England and Wales) a shortened form of High Court of Justice
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(in Scotland) a shortened form of High Court of Justiciary
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(in Australia) the highest court of appeal, deciding esp constitutional issues
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Formerly called: Supreme Court. (in New Zealand) a court of law inferior to the Court of Appeal
Etymology
Origin of High Court
Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300
Example Sentences
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However, the Family Court has recently opened up its workings to journalists, and the BBC has been able to obtain a High Court order to tell her story.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Days before the High Court hearing, the Belfast Trust conceded that the SAI review was unlawful and acknowledged both the unreasonable delay and its failure to properly engage with the family.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Authorities have released few details about the investigation, which remains under judicial secrecy, Catalonia's High Court said Tuesday.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
It has been significant, particularly since 2024 when the High Court in Belfast ruled Article 2 has "direct effect".
From BBC • May 15, 2026
“I wanted to see how you children were settling in, but I had a very difficult case in the High Court and it was taking up much of my time.”
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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