Definition

To select or appoint a group of people to serve on a jury or to participate in a decision-making process.

Example

The court will empanel a jury next week for the trial.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they are going to empanel a new jury next week?

Yeah, I read about that! It sounds like a big deal.

I wonder how they choose who to empanel for these cases.

It must be a tough process to ensure they get the right people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Empanel → It is formed from "em-" (meaning to put into) and "panel" (from Old French *panel*, meaning a flat piece or section). The word "empanel" means to put someone into a panel, especially in the context of jury selection.

Memory Tip

Think of 'putting someone into' a 'panel' — that's how empanel means to select members for a jury.

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