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procurator

PROK-yuu-ray-tuh

Procurator (noun) means an agent or attorney who acts on behalf of someone else. Example: “The estate was managed by a procurator while the heir was abroad.”

noun
1
An agent or attorney who acts on behalf of someone else.
"The estate was managed by a procurator while the heir was abroad."
2
In some legal systems, an official who both investigates and prosecutes crimes.
"The public procurator brought formal charges against the company."

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In plain EnglishAn official or legal agent who acts for someone else, especially in managing affairs or bringing prosecutions.

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procurators plural

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Etymology

From Latin prōcūrātor, from prōcūrō, "to manage on behalf of another" — a doublet of proctor and procurer.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “procurator” mean?

The word “procurator” means an agent or attorney who acts on behalf of someone else. In plain terms, an official or legal agent who acts for someone else, especially in managing affairs or bringing prosecutions.

How do you pronounce “procurator”?

“Procurator” is pronounced PROK-yuu-ray-tuh (/ˈpɹɑkjəˌɹeɪtɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “procurator” in a sentence?

Here is “procurator” used in a sentence: “The estate was managed by a procurator while the heir was abroad.”

What part of speech is “procurator”?

“Procurator” is a noun.

Where does the word “procurator” come from?

The word “procurator” comes from Latin. From Latin prōcūrātor, from prōcūrō, "to manage on behalf of another" — a doublet of proctor and procurer.

How many meanings does “procurator” have?

“Procurator” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an agent or attorney who acts on behalf of someone else.

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