assize

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the regulation of weights and measures of articles offered for sale
  2. noun an ancient writ issued by a court of assize to the sheriff for the recovery of property

Etymology

From Middle English assise, from Old French assises, feminine plural participle of Old French asseoir (“to sit”), from Latin assidere.

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