frist
- noun
- /frɪst/
- Archaic
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aplazamiento
- The judge granted a frist for the defendant to gather evidence.
Examples
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The lawyer requested a frist so new evidence could be reviewed.
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In medieval times, a frist could be given to a prisoner before execution.
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The judge granted a frist to allow the defense more time to prepare their case.
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Can we have a frist before the final decision is made?
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The judge granted a frist to allow the defense more time to prepare their case.
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In medieval times, a frist could be given to a prisoner before execution.
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The lawyer requested a frist so new evidence could be reviewed.
Synonyms
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1.3
A time when something happens later than planned
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3.4
A delay that makes an event or activity happen later than planned
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6.2
A delay that lets something happen at a later time
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5.8
A delay that moves an event or decision to a later time
A failure to do something on time that causes legal trouble
Antonyms
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Etymology
Frist can also mean a short 'delay' or temporary 'postponement', like a little extra time given before a punishment or deadline. That's why, in older legal use, a frist gave someone more time to act.