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petitory

UK
/ˈpɛtɪtəri/
US
/ˈpɛtɪtɔri/

Translations

petitoryadjective
more petitory
Comp.
most petitory
Super.
UK
/ˈpɛtɪtəri/
US
/ˈpɛtɪtɔri/
The lawyer filed a petitory action to reclaim the property.
Адвокат подал петиторный иск для возврата собственности.

Definitions

petitoryadjective
Relating to or involving a formal request or petition.
The petitory nature of the letter made it clear that they were seeking official approval.
Relating to a legal action that seeks to establish title to property rather than mere possession, especially in admiralty law.
The maritime court handled a petitory action to determine ownership of the salvaged vessel.
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