The judge



Example: The judge evaluates the case fairly

Definition


"The judge" refers to an official appointed to decide cases in a court of law, ensuring justice is served by evaluating evidence and making legal rulings impartially.

Etymology


The term "the judge" comes from the Old French word 'juge,' which traces back to the Latin 'judex,' meaning 'one who declares the law.' Did you know that 'judex' combines 'jus' (law) and 'dicere' (to say), literally meaning 'law-sayer'?

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"The judge" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 112 commonly used words.
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