moot

Definition

  • noun: a deliberative assembly primarily for the administration of justice
  • verb: to introduce (an idea, subject, etc.) for discussion
  • verb: to discuss from a legal standpoint
  • adjective: not certain
  • usually used as '(be) mooted'
  • synonyms: argue, debate, discuss

Examples

  • I think they were wrong, but the point is 'moot'. Their decision has been made and it can't be changed now.

  • The court ruled that the issue is now 'moot' because the people involved in the dispute have died.

  • He says that they should have foreseen the accident, but that point is 'moot'. [='debatable']

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