Meaning of the word magistrate in English
What does magistrate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
magistrate
US /ˌmædʒ.ə.streɪt ˈdʒʌdʒ/
UK /ˌmædʒ.ə.streɪt ˈdʒʌdʒ/
Noun
1.
a civil officer who administers the law, especially one who conducts a court that deals with minor offenses and holds preliminary hearings for more serious ones
Example:
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The suspect was brought before the magistrate.
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She served as a local magistrate for many years.
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