judicature

/ˈd͡ʒuːdɪˌkeɪt͡ʃɚ/

judicature

English Noun
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Definition

The administration of justice by judges and courts; judicial process.

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman judicature, Middle French judicature, and their source, post-classical Latin iudicatura (12th century), from the participle stem of classical Latin iūdicāre (“to judge”).

Example Sentences

  • "Such an independent judicature was ten time more necessary when a democracy became the absolute power of the country."
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