juratory

adjective

ju·​ra·​to·​ry
ˈju̇rəˌtōrē
: relating to or comprising or expressed in an oath
juratory obligation

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin juratorius, from Latin juratus (past participle) + -orius -ory

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“Juratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/juratory. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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