Meaning of the word adjourn in English

What does adjourn mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

adjourn

US /əˈdʒɝːn/
UK /əˈdʒɜːn/
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Verb

break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later

Example:
The meeting was adjourned until next Tuesday.
The judge decided to adjourn the trial until more evidence could be gathered.
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