Definitions

1. noun

The act of sending or committing something to the care of another person, especially a judge or a court, for their decision or action.

“The case was sent to the appeals court on remittal from the lower court.”

2. noun

A person or thing to whom something is sent or committed for their decision or action.

“The judge will hear the case on remittal from the magistrate.”

3. verb

To send or commit something to the care of another person, especially a judge or a court, for their decision or action.

“The lawyer’s appeal was remitted to the higher court.”

4. verb

To send or commit something to be dealt with in a particular place or at a particular time.

“The manager will remit the payment to the accountant at the end of the month.”