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Definition summons in British English

summons noun

[countable] noun
/ˈsʌmənz/
1

an official document that orders someone to appear in a court of law

Example

a jury/witness summons

Synonyms and related words
affidavit article bail bond
2

an urgent request or order for someone to go somewhere or do something

Synonyms and related words
demand request appeal
Definition summons in British English