Meaning of the word docket in English

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

docket

US /ˈdɑː.kɪt/
UK /ˈdɒk.ɪt/
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Noun

1.

a list of cases for trial or people having cases awaiting trial

Example:
The court's docket was full for the entire week.
His case was added to the next month's docket.
2.

a document or label listing the contents of a package or consignment

Example:
The delivery driver checked the docket against the items in the truck.
Each box had a detailed docket attached to it.

Verb

to enter (a case or other item) in a docket

Example:
The clerk will docket the new filing tomorrow morning.
All incoming mail needs to be properly docketed.