judiciary

English

/ˌdʒuːˈdɪʃəɹi/, /ˌdʒuːˈdɪʃɪəɹi/

noun
Definitions
  • The collective body of judges, justices, etc.
  • The court system, inclusive of clerical staff, etc.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin iudiciarius.

Origin

Latin

iudiciarius

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