Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

interlocutory

Adjective

ˌɪntərləˈkjuːtəri

Definition

Relating to a temporary or provisional order made during the course of a legal action.

Examples

The judge issued an interlocutory order to address the immediate concerns of both parties.
In interlocutory appeals, parties can challenge decisions made before the final verdict.
After an interlocutory ruling, the trial continued without delay.

Meaning

Interlocutory refers to something that is not final and is related to an intermediate step in a legal process, often used in the context of court rulings or orders that occur before the final decision in a case.