committitur

/ˌkɒmɪtɪˈtʊər/ or /ˌkɒmɪtɪˈtʊr/

Definitions

1. noun

A formal writ or summons to appear in court, especially to answer a charge of contempt.

“The judge issued a committitur to the defendant, requiring him to appear in court the following week.”

Synonyms

  • summons
  • writ

Antonyms

  • acquittal
  • dismissal