Meaning of the word litigate in English

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

litigate

US /ˈlɪt̬.ə.ɡeɪt/
UK /ˈlɪt.ɪ.ɡeɪt/

Verb

to take a claim or dispute to a court of law

Example:
The company decided to litigate the patent infringement case.
They tried to settle out of court, but eventually had to litigate.