Judges

American  

[juhj-iz] / ˈdʒʌdʒ ɪz /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. a book of the Bible containing the history of Israel under the judges and covering the period between the death of Joshua and the accession to the throne by Saul. Jud., Judg.

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Judges British  

/ ˈdʒʌdʒɪz /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the book of the Old Testament recounting the history of Israel under the warrior champions and national leaders known as judges from the death of Joshua to the birth of Samuel

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Example Sentences

Judges will also sit without a jury in fraud and financial cases deemed too complex for jurors.

From The Wall Street Journal

Judges in the European Union’s top court said that Apple can face antitrust lawsuits in the Netherlands over the terms of its App Store.

From The Wall Street Journal

Judges hit a skeptical note with administration lawyers, and a ruling before the end of the year is possible though uncertain.

From The Wall Street Journal

Judges in Nevada and Los Angeles have issued similar decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Judges and social workers in Abruzzo, don't be a nuisance," he said, pointing to a need for judicial reform.

From Barron's

Related Words

• board
• tribunal