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Star Chamber
Definition:
The term "star chamber" refers to a secret or closed meeting, typically held by a group of authoritative individuals, such as a council or court, where unfair or arbitrary judgments are made.
Examples:
Noun:
- The accused demanded the trial be moved to an open court instead of a star chamber.
- The committee's decisions were often influenced by the star chamber's rulings.
Adjective:
- The star chamber proceedings were kept hidden from the public eye.
- She faced harsh star chamber justice without any chance to defend herself.
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