/ɒn ðə dɒk/ – Phrase
Definition: trên ghế bị can, bị xét xử.
A more thorough explanation: “On the dock” refers to a situation where a case or legal matter is currently being heard or considered by a court or other judicial body. It can also refer to a person who is awaiting trial or sentencing in a criminal case.
Example: During the trial, the defendant stood on the dock as the judge read out the charges against him.