Meaning of the word "class action" in English
What does "class action" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
class action
US /klæs ˈæk.ʃən/
UK /klæs ˈæk.ʃən/
Noun
1.
a lawsuit in which a large group of people collectively bring a claim to court and/or in which a class of defendants is being sued.
Example:
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The consumers filed a class action lawsuit against the company for defective products.
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The court approved the class action settlement.
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