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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.A call to do something, especially to come.
- 2.A notice summoning someone to appear in court, as a defendant, juror or witness.
- 3.A demand for surrender.
verb
- 1.To serve someone with a summons.
- 2.To call people together; to convene.
- 3.To ask someone to come; to send for.
- 4.To order (goods) and have delivered
- 5.To rouse oneself to exert a skill.
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