venireman

[ vi-nahy-ree-muhn, -neer-ee- ]

noun

, Law.

, plural ve·ni·re·men.

1. a person summoned under a venire facias.

venireman

/ vɪˈnaɪərɪmən /

noun

1. (in the US and formerly in England) a person summoned for jury service under a venire facias

Word History and Origins

Origin of venireman¹

1770–80, Americanism; venire ( venire facias ) + man

Example Sentences

And then slapping him on the shoulder continued: "Have you been summoned as a venireman?"

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The defense objected to proceeding during the absence of the venireman.

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With this the venireman attempted to get away from the bailiff, but Soloman held on to him with a vise-like grasp.

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He was summoned as a venireman on Monday, and was present at the court room Tuesday, but was not examined.

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