habeas corpusing

A form of habeas corpus — A writ ordering that a person be brought before a court or a judge, most frequently used to ensure that a person's imprisonment, detention, or commitment is legal.

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Meanings

verb
  1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of habeas corpus
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