Judicature Definition
jo͝odĭ-kə-cho͝or
noun
The administering of justice.
Webster's New World
The position, functions, or legal power of a judge.
Webster's New World
The extent of legal power of a judge or court of law; jurisdiction.
Webster's New World
Judges or courts of law collectively.
Webster's New World
A court of law.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
- tribunal
- court
- judicial system
- judicatory
- judiciary
- administration
- judgeship
Other Word Forms of Judicature
Noun
Singular:
judicature
Plural:
judicaturesOrigin of Judicature
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Medieval Latin iūdicātūra from feminine future participle of Latin iūdicāre to judge judge
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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