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subpoena
suh-PEE-nuh
səˈpiːnəListen
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subpoena
Dictionary meaning
A writ ordering a person to attend court.
History and origin
Latin sub poena (under penalty).
Examples
- The journalist received a subpoena to testify about confidential sources.
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