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summons

The correct spelling is summons.

How to pronounce summons

noun

IPA: /ˈsʌ.mənz/

Say it like: Sum-mon-s

The correct spelling is summons. A call to do something, especially to come.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A call to do something, especially to come.
  2. 2.A notice summoning someone to appear in court, as a defendant, juror or witness.
  3. 3.A demand for surrender.

verb

  1. 1.To serve someone with a summons.
  2. 2.To call people together; to convene.
  3. 3.To ask someone to come; to send for.
  4. 4.To order (goods) and have delivered
  5. 5.To rouse oneself to exert a skill.

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