SUMMONS
Scrabble letter values: S1U1M3M3O1N1S1 = 11
Definition
- verb call in an official matter, such as to attend court. — synonyms: summon, cite
- noun a request to be present. — synonyms: bidding
- noun an order to appear in person at a given place and time.
- noun a writ issued by authority of law. — synonyms: process
Examples
- “they came at his bidding”
- “usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit”
- “failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant”