Quashing: meaning, definitions and examples

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quashing

 

[ ˈkwɒʃɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal term

Quashing refers to the action of nullifying or rejecting a decision or ruling. In legal contexts, it often means an order issued by a higher court declaring that a lower court's decision is invalid. This process is integral to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is properly served. Quashing can occur in various legal scenarios, including appeals and judicial reviews, where it serves to correct errors that may have occurred in prior proceedings.

Synonyms

annulling, overturning, revoking, voiding

Examples of usage

  • The judge ruled quashing the previous verdict.
  • The higher court is quashing the lower court's decision.
  • She filed a petition for quashing the charges.
  • The ruling was quashed due to a lack of evidence.

Translations

Translations of the word "quashing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anulação

🇮🇳 निषेध

🇩🇪 Aufhebung

🇮🇩 pembatalan

🇺🇦 скасування

🇵🇱 uchwała

🇯🇵 撤回

🇫🇷 annulation

🇪🇸 anulación

🇹🇷 iptal etme

🇰🇷 무효화

🇸🇦 إلغاء

🇨🇿 zrušení

🇸🇰 zrušenie

🇨🇳 撤销

🇸🇮 razveljavitev

🇮🇸 niðurlagning

🇰🇿 жою

🇬🇪 გაუქმება

🇦🇿 ləğv

🇲🇽 anulación

Etymology

The term 'quashing' can be traced back to the Latin word 'quassare,' which means 'to shake' or 'to shatter.' Over time, this evolved into Old French as 'quasser,' retaining the meaning of breaking or putting an end to something. The use of 'quash' in legal English emerged in the 15th century, primarily within the context of reviewing and rendering decisions from lower courts. Throughout its history, the application of the term has expanded, often being associated with judicial reviews and the protection of individual rights against governmental overreach. The modern usage emphasizes the formal nature of the process, highlighting its significance in maintaining the integrity of the legal system. Today, 'quashing' is predominantly used in legal jargon but can also find relevance in political discourse when discussing the invalidation of policies or actions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,257, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.