Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Contempt Of Court.
Contempt Of Court - as a noun
Disrespect for the rules of a court of law
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contemptHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He was found guilty of contempt of court for repeatedly interrupting the judge during the trial."
"The lawyer was warned by the judge about his contempt of court after making disrespectful comments."
"The defendant's disrespectful behavior towards the judge resulted in a charge of contempt of court."
"The journalist was held in contempt of court for refusing to reveal her sources."
"The defendant's outburst in the courtroom led to a charge of contempt of court."