juror

[ joor-er, -awr ]

noun

1. one of a group of persons sworn to deliver a verdict in a case submitted to them; member of a jury.
2. one of the panel from which a jury is selected.
3. one of a group of people who judge a competition.
4. a person who has taken an oath or sworn allegiance.

juror

/ ˈdʒʊərə /

noun

1. a member of a jury
2. a person whose name is included on a panel from which a jury is selected
3. a person who takes an oath

Word History and Origins

Origin of juror¹

1250–1300; Middle English jurour < Anglo-French (compare Old French jureur ), equivalent to Old French jur ( er ) to swear (< Latin jūrāre ) + -our -or ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of juror¹

C14: from Anglo-French jurour, from Old French jurer to take an oath, from Latin jūrāre

Example Sentences

Prosecutors previously told jurors Charlie had suffered a number of injuries in the weeks before his death, which they claimed were caused by Mr Stockton.

From BBC

The testimony the jurors heard centered around a question Biden answered on a background check form at a Delaware gun store on Oct.

From Los Angeles Times

She said it was not disputed that the defendants were carrying out surveillance activities, but jurors will have to determine in relation to each defendant why they were carrying out surveillance.

From BBC

They claimed Mr Combs had encouraged his children to post a video on social media featuring their birthday celebration with the aim of swaying prospective jurors.

From BBC

Federal prosecutors reiterated their opposition to Combs being granted bail, alleging that he attempted to tamper with witnesses and influence potential jurors.

From Los Angeles Times