appeal
/əˈpiːl//əˈpiːl/noun
Definitions
An application for the removal of a cause or suit from an inferior to a superior judge or court for re-examination or review.
The mode of proceeding by which such removal is effected.
The right of appeal.
An accusation; a process which formerly might be instituted by one private person against another for some heinous crime demanding punishment for the particular injury suffered, rather than for the offense against the public.
verb
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To call upon another to decide a question controverted, to corroborate a statement, to vindicate one's rights, etc.
To call on (someone) for aid
Example: I appeal to all of you to help the orphans.
(informal elsewhere) To apply for the removal of a cause from an inferior to a superior judge or court for the purpose of reexamination or for decision.
To be attractive.
Example: That idea appeals to me.