judging panel
nounUK /ˈdʒʌdʒɪŋ ˈpænəl/
US /ˈdʒʌdʒɪŋ ˈpænəl/
A group of people who decide who wins a contest.
The judging panel gave the first prize to the girl who sang the loudest.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A group chosen to settle a dispute or make an official decision.
A judging panel was formed to settle the argument between the two teams.
3. The set of people who rate entries in a talent show or competition.
The judging panel on the talent show praised every dancer.
4. A committee that examines work and gives marks or awards.
The science fair judging panel walked slowly past each project.