word
Legal
Writ
RIT
/rɪt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Writ
Dictionary meaning
A formal written order issued by a court.
Examples
- The sheriff served a writ of eviction on the tenants.
Pronunciation tips
One syllable. Rhymes with 'sit'. Common in formal legal writing.
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