How to Pronounce "recuse"
word
ˌɹɪkˈjuz
ri-KYOOZ
ɹɪˈkjuːz
ri-KYOOZ
Definition
To officially remove yourself from a decision or case because you have a conflict of interest or cannot be fair and impartial. Often used in legal and government settings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹɪkˈjuz
British English
ɹɪˈkjuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-KYOOZ
UK
ri-KYOOZ
Listen in Context
The judge decided to recuse herself from the trial.
If you have a personal connection, you should recuse yourself.
She must recuse herself to avoid bias.
The lawyer requested the judge to recuse himself because of their past business relationship.