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traverse jury

American  

noun

  1. petty jury.


Etymology

Origin of traverse jury

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

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He was bound to explain the law to the grand jury before they should proceed to their business—to the traverse jury when he gave them their charge.

From Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution by Judson, L. Carroll