Associations to the word «Jurist»

Wiktionary

JURIST, noun. A judge
JURIST, noun. An expert in law or jurisprudence

Dictionary definition

JURIST, noun. A legal scholar versed in civil law or the law of nations.
JURIST, noun. A public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice.

Wise words

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