Praetor - Wikipedia
Praetor (/ ˈpriːtər / PREE-tər, Classical Latin: [ˈprae̯tɔr]), also pretor, was the title granted by the government of ancient Rome to a man acting in one of two official capacities: (i) the commander of an army, and (ii) as an elected magistratus (magistrate), assigned to discharge various duties.
Praetor | Magistrate, Law & Jurisdiction | Britannica
praetor, in ancient Rome, a judicial officer who had broad authority in cases of equity, was responsible for the production of the public games, and, in the absence of consuls, exercised extensive authority in the government.
Praetor Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of PRAETOR is an ancient Roman magistrate ranking below a consul and having chiefly judicial functions.
Praetor - World History Encyclopedia
Mar 27, 2024 · A praetor was a senior magistrate in ancient Roman government, who was granted executive or imperium powers similar to that of the consuls.
The Powerful Praetor Roman Magistrate - ThoughtCo
Aug 14, 2019 · A praetor was one of the greater Roman magistrates with imperium or legal power. They led armies, presided in law courts, and administered the law. Judging matters between citizens was the job of one specific magistrate, the praetor urbanus (city praetor).
Praetor | Oxford Classical Dictionary
‘Praetor’ (from prae-ire, ‘to precede’, i.e. in battle) was originally the title borne by the two republican magistrates who were chosen annually to serve as eponymous heads of state.
Praetor - (Ancient Rome) - Vocab, Definition, Explanations ...
A praetor was an important elected official in ancient Rome responsible for administering justice and overseeing legal matters. They played a key role in the Roman legal system and had significant influence in the courts, helping to shape laws and manage trials.