Gavelled: meaning, definitions and examples
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gavelled
[ ˈɡæv.əld ]
legal context
The term 'gavelled' refers to the act of striking a gavel to bring order to a meeting or session, most commonly in a courtroom or legislative assembly. A gavel is a small mallet used by a presiding officer or an auctioneer. When someone is said to be 'gavelled', it usually indicates that the person in authority is either starting or concluding a session or making a key decision. The sound of the gavel hitting the podium is often used to signify authority and finality.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The judge gavelled the session to order.
- After an intense debate, the council member gavelled down the proceedings.
- The auctioneer gavelled the final bid.
- The chair gavelled the meeting closed.
Translations
Translations of the word "gavelled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 martelado
🇮🇳 हवाले दिया गया
🇩🇪 verhandelt
🇮🇩 dipukul
🇺🇦 вдарений
🇵🇱 uderzony
🇯🇵 叩かれた
🇫🇷 frappé
🇪🇸 golpeado
🇹🇷 vurulmuş
🇰🇷 때린
🇸🇦 مُضَرَب
🇨🇿 udeřený
🇸🇰 udretý
🇨🇳 敲打的
🇸🇮 udaran
🇮🇸 höggva
🇰🇿 ұрып
🇬🇪 დარტყმული
🇦🇿 döyülmüş
🇲🇽 golpeado
Etymology
The word 'gavel' originates from the Middle English 'gavel' or 'gafol', which means 'a heavy hammer'. This word has roots in the Old Norse 'gafl', referring to a tool used for various purposes. The specific use of the gavel in legal settings may have become more established in the 19th century, particularly in American legal and parliamentary procedure. It symbolizes authority and the power to maintain order in formal proceedings. Over the years, the gavel has become an iconic symbol, not just in legal settings but also in meetings and auctions, reflecting its essential role in managing discussions and decisions.