chambers
Translation
chambers, rooms, judge's office, barristers' offices
Examples
The heart has four chambers.
The heart has four chambers.
The judge will see you in his chambers.
The judge will see you in his chambers.
Grammar Patterns
number + chambers four chambers of the heart
in sb.'s chambers The meeting was held in the judge's chambers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rooms, offices, compartments
Etymology
Plural of 'chamber'. In a legal context, it often refers to a judge's private office or a barrister's set of offices.
Memory Tips
Remember the special legal use: 'in chambers' means in a judge's private office, not in open court.