federal court

noun

1. a court of a federal government, especially one established under the Constitution of the United States.

Word History and Origins

Origin of federal court¹

An Americanism dating back to 1780–90

Example Sentences

It is swiftly gathering momentum, fueled by the extremism of the party set to soon control both the executive and legislative branches of the U.S. government as well as most of the federal court system.

From Salon

Aside from extortion, federal court records accuse Iza of hiding millions of dollars from tax collectors by failing to report income and funneling money through shell companies with co-conspirators.

From Los Angeles Times

The man, who prosecutors describe as being unhoused, was walking on medical center property holding a clear glass pipe that the officer suspected was drug paraphernalia, according to a sentencing memo filed in federal court.

From Los Angeles Times

The lawsuit, filed in federal court this week, targets a law that aims to combat harmful videos, images and audio that have been altered or created with artificial intelligence.

From Los Angeles Times

I had to defeat him three times in federal court to keep my press pass, which his administration tried to take away.

From Salon