case
//keɪs//
Noun
An instance or example of something occurring; a particular situation or set of circumstances
In some cases, it's better to wait before making a decision.
A legal action or lawsuit; a matter to be decided in a court of law
The lawyer won the case in court.
An instance of a disease or medical condition affecting a person
There were three new cases of flu reported this week.
A set of facts or arguments supporting one side of a debate or proposition
The lawyer presented a strong case for her client's innocence.
In grammar, the form of a noun, pronoun, or adjective that shows its relationship to other words
In Latin, nouns change their endings depending on the case.
Noun
A container or protective covering designed to hold or enclose something
I bought a new case for my phone.
A box or crate used for transporting or storing goods
We ordered a case of wine for the party.
A suitcase or piece of luggage
I packed my case the night before the trip.
Verb
To examine or inspect a place, especially with the intention of robbing it
The thieves cased the jewelry store before the robbery.