board of judges

noun
UK /bɔːd əv ˈdʒʌdʒɪz/
US /bɔːrd əv ˈdʒʌdʒɪz/

A group of people who decide who wins a contest.

The board of judges gave the first prize to the girl who sang the loudest.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A group of officials who make decisions in a court case.

The board of judges listened to both sides before deciding.

3. A group of people who choose the best entry in a show or fair.

The board of judges tasted every pie at the fair.

4. A committee that reviews and rates applications or proposals.

The board of judges read all the science fair projects.