noun
proceeding
A formal legal action or a step in an organized process.
The judge pauses the proceeding to review the new evidence.
Etymology
Proceeding is formed from proceed, to go forward. It names a step or continuing action in a formal process, especially a legal one.
More examples
- The company begins bankruptcy proceedings after months of losses.
- A disciplinary proceeding gives the employee a chance to respond.
- The committee keeps a record of its proceedings.
Forms
proceeding · proceedings
proceed verb — To continue or move forward with something.