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gaveling

/ˈɡævəlɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does gaveling mean?

verb

To strike or hit with a gavel, typically to signify the end of a meeting or to emphasize a point. To give a decisive or authoritative judgment.

Example

"The judge gaveling down the noisy protester brought the courtroom to order."

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