/tə əˈpɪr ɪn ðə dɒk/ – Phrase
Definition: bị truy tố.
A more thorough explanation: “To appear in the dock” refers to the act of a defendant or accused person standing before a judge or magistrate in a courtroom to answer criminal charges or allegations brought against them. It signifies the formal beginning of a criminal trial or court proceeding where the defendant is required to respond to the charges and enter a plea.
Example: The defendant is scheduled to appear in the dock tomorrow for the arraignment hearing.