praecipe
praecipe (pree-s[schwa]-pee orpres-[schwa]-pee), n. [Latin “command”] 1. At common law, a writ ordering a defendant to do some act or to explain why inaction is appropriate. — Also termed writ of praecipe. 2. A written motion or request seeking some court action, esp. a trial setting or an entry of judgment. — Also spelled precipe. […]