courtroom

noun

court·​room ˈkȯrt-ˌrüm How to pronounce courtroom (audio)
-ˌru̇m
: a room in which a court of law is held

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Richard Barrington, 20, faced sentencing on Friday in Hartford Superior Court in a courtroom jam-packed with supporters from both sides where Judge David Gold sentenced him to 30 years in prison, suspended after service of 16 years, and a period of probation. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2025 The couple, identified as Ecuadorian migrants John and Marilyn, appeared in Judge James McKee’s courtroom on the 20th floor at 290 Broadway for an asylum hearing. Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 20 June 2025 Judge Alexander Martinez denied a defense motion to keep cameras out of the courtroom. Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2025 The movie practically teaches you to watch it with suspicion for much of its runtime, especially since its narrative unfolds through specific perspectives and courtroom proclamations. Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 19 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for courtroom

Word History

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of courtroom was in 1677

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“Courtroom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/courtroom. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

courtroom

noun
court·​room ˈkō(ə)rt-ˌrüm How to pronounce courtroom (audio)
ˈkȯ(ə)rt-,
-ˌru̇m
: a room in which a court of law is held

Legal Definition

courtroom

noun
court·​room
: a room where court is held

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