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Proceedings

UK /["/prəˈsiːdɪŋ/"]/US /["/prəˈsiːdɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the process of using a court to settle an argument or to deal with a complaint

In simple words: The events or actions that happen during a meeting or legal case.

Examples

  • **court/legal/judicial proceedings**
  • bankruptcy/divorce/extradition proceedings
  • There was enough evidence to bring **criminal proceedings** against her.
  • The EU has started legal proceeedings against the country for its failure to implement the directive.
  • The Mayor will open the proceedings at the City Hall tomorrow.
  • We watched the proceedings from the balcony.
  • His paper is published in the new issue of the proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Usage notes

Used in legal or official contexts to describe the formal actions taken. It's not typically used in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'proceeding' as moving forward in a formal way, like the agenda of an event.

Collocations

  • court proceedings
  • legal proceedings
  • formal proceedings
  • disciplinary proceedings
  • investigation proceedings

Synonyms

  • events
  • proceedings
  • sessions
  • meetings
  • gatherings

Antonyms

  • conclusion
  • ending
  • termination

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'proceedings' with 'proceedings' (note the spelling).
  • Using 'proceeding' in plural form incorrectly.
  • Mixing up with 'proceed' which refers to moving forward.