English Explanatory Dictionary

hold court

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To preside in a formal manner over an official assembly of courtiers and others in which entertainment is presented or affairs of state are considered.
  2. To convene or preside over a trial or other legal proceeding in a court of law.
  3. To serve as the principal discussant or center of attention in an informal gathering of friends, associates, etc.

Word forms

hold court holds court holding court held court
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