allocatur

/ˌæl.ə.kɑːˈtɜːr/ AL-uh-kah-TUR

Definitions

1. noun

A writ or order to show cause, issued by a judge or higher court.

“The high court issued an allocatur, compelling the defendant to appear before it for further proceedings.”

Synonyms

  • mandamus
  • order
  • writ

Antonyms

  • abatement
  • dismissal