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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Anne Studd KC, for the victims, told the High Court that the development was "related" to an argument around "abuse of process".
From BBC
The trial concluded after nine days of hearings before Mr Justice Swift at the High Court in London.
From BBC
Plans to almost triple the size of the Wimbledon tennis site have moved a step closer after the High Court ruled the development was not restricted by land-use rules.
From BBC
Or is the right limited to parents who inquire and object to being “shut out of participation in decisions involving their children’s mental health,” as the high court said in Mirabelli vs.
From Los Angeles Times
The high court’s 6-3 order also indicated the reach of the judge’s injunction was limited.
From Los Angeles Times
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