Case: meaning, definitions and examples

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case

[ keɪs ]

^{Context #1}

law

An instance of a particular situation; a specific example of something occurring.

Synonyms

example, instance, scenario, situation

Examples of usage

The court will consider the case of the missing documents.
Each case is unique and must be treated as such.
In this case, the defendant's alibi was proven false.
Let me present a hypothetical case to illustrate my point.
The detective worked tirelessly to solve the case.

^{Context #2}

container

A container designed to hold or protect something.

Synonyms

box, casing, container, enclosure

Examples of usage

She packed her jewelry in a small case.
The phone case features a unique design.
The violinist carries her instrument in a sturdy case.
The exhibit displayed ornate jewelry cases from the 18th century.
He opened the briefcase to reveal stacks of cash.

^{Context #3}

legal

Bring (a person or organization) to trial.

Synonyms

accuse, bring to trial, indict, prosecute

Examples of usage

The police will case the suspect next week.
The attorney decided to case the company for fraud.
They were cased for tax evasion and money laundering.
The prosecution will case the defendant in court.
The authorities plan to case the criminal gang.

Translations

Translations of the word "case" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caso

🇮🇳 मामला

केस
डिब्बा

🇩🇪 Fall

🇮🇩 kasus

🇺🇦 випадок

футляр
коробка

🇵🇱 przypadek

sprawa
skrzynka

🇯🇵 場合 (ばあい)

ケース
箱 (はこ)

🇫🇷 cas

🇪🇸 caso

🇹🇷 durum

🇰🇷 경우

케이스
상자

🇸🇦 حالة

🇨🇿 případ

🇸🇰 prípad

🇨🇳 情况 (qíngkuàng)

🇸🇮 primer

🇮🇸 mál

🇰🇿 жағдай

🇬🇪 შემთხვევა

🇦🇿 hal

🇲🇽 caso

Word origin

The word 'case' has a long history dating back to Middle English and Old French. It originated from the Latin word 'casus', meaning 'fall' or 'occasion'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass various meanings related to situations, containers, and legal proceedings. Today, 'case' is a versatile word used in diverse contexts, from law to everyday objects like phone cases. Its etymology reflects the evolution of language and human society.