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.

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

“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.