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magisterial definition
mag·is·te·rial (maj′is tir′ē əl)
adjective
- of or suitable for a magistrate or master
- showing or having the skill or knowledge of a master; expert
- authoritative; official
- domineering; pompous
Etymology: ML magisterialis < LL magisterius < L magister, a master
Related Forms:
- magisterially mag′·is·te′·ri·ally adverb
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