docket
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈdɒkɪt/
KK: /ˈdɑkɪt/
noun
Definition
A list of tasks or items that need to be completed, often used in legal contexts to refer to court cases or proceedings.
Example
The lawyer reviewed the docket to prepare for the upcoming court hearings.
Conversation
Have you seen the docket for our meeting tomorrow?
Not yet, what's on it?
I heard there are a few important topics listed on the docket.
That sounds good! I’ll check it out before we meet.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
agenda
schedule
list
Antonyms
disorder
chaos
randomness
transitive verb
Definition
To enter something into a list or record, especially in a legal context, such as a court calendar or proceedings.
Example
The lawyer decided to docket the case for the upcoming trial.
Tense Forms
Past: docketed
Past Participle: docketed
Conversation
Hey, did you remember to docket that meeting we discussed?
Oh no, I completely forgot about it!
No worries, just make sure to docket it for next week.
Root Explanation
Docket → The word originates from Middle English *dockette*, a diminutive form of *dock* (meaning a document or a list). It refers to a small document or a list of items to be dealt with, particularly in legal contexts.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'small document' or 'list' when you hear 'docket' — it helps you remember that a docket is a list of items to be addressed.
Visually Confused Words
redocket
socket
rocket
pocket
nocket
locket
hocket
dowcet