noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
Formal term for a decisive ruling or judgment, often in legal, administrative, or organizational contexts. Implies finality and authority.
裁判所は事件について厳正な処断を下した。
The court handed down a strict judgment on the case.
委員会は違反者に対して処断する権限を持つ。
The committee has the authority to make a ruling against violators.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru'
carrying out a sentence; execution of a decision
Specifically refers to the enforcement or execution of a judgment, especially a punishment such as an execution. Often used in serious legal or disciplinary contexts.
死刑の処断は慎重に行われなければならない。
The execution of a death sentence must be carried out with great care.
規律違反者に対する処断が発表された。
The disciplinary action against the rule-breakers was announced.