Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pretor
noun
/ˈprɛtər/
Definition
A judicial officer in ancient Rome, responsible for the administration of justice.
Examples
- During the Roman Republic, a pretor would oversee legal cases.
- The pretor’s role was crucial in maintaining order in Roman society.
- He acted as a judge, providing rulings that shaped the law.
Meaning
The term refers to a magistrate in ancient Rome who had the authority to govern and make legal decisions.
Synonyms
- magistrate
- judge
- lawgiver
