Lexica → Word → mandamus
| Letter | M |
|---|---|
| Letter name | em |
| Pronounciation | /ɛm/ |
| Word: | mandamus |
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| Pronounciation: | |
| Century: | 21st |
| DA Name: | mandamus |
| Era: | C.E. |
| Origin: | Original |
| Type: | Official |
| Source Language: | Latin |
Source Language Words: | |
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Definition: | From ancient pre-Vatican Latin mandamus="we command". A WRIT in COMMON LAW that compels a COURT or government officer to perform their obligations of office correctly as defined by DUE PROCESS. |