"parajudicial" meaning in English

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Adjective

Rhymes: -ɪʃəl Etymology: From para- + judicial. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|para|judicial}} para- + judicial Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} parajudicial (not comparable)
  1. (law) Of or relating to non-judicial personnel who assist judges in carrying out their function, such as law clerks. Tags: not-comparable Categories (topical): Law
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