magistral
- adjective
- /ˈmædʒɪstrəl/
- Formal
- The magistral authority of the court was evident in the ruling.
Examples
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The new judge took on several magistral duties as part of her role in the local court.
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The report outlined the magistral powers granted by local law.
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The council assigned several magistral responsibilities to the new official.
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Her magistral authority allowed her to resolve disputes quickly and fairly.
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She was appointed to a magistral position in the local government.
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His magistral oversight ensured that the community guidelines were followed by all residents.
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The mayor's magistral authority allowed her to enact important changes in local policy.
Synonyms
Relating to a local judge and the duties they do in court
Surface Forms
Etymology
Magistral comes from the Latin word magister, which meant 'master' or 'teacher' and so named people in charge. That's why magistral in law relates to a magistrate or an official with authority.