noun
- an ancient Roman magistrate ranking below consul
Usage: historical
Examples
- The praetor was responsible for administering justice in ancient Rome.
- Each year, Romans elected several praetors to serve as judges.
- The praetor urbanus handled legal disputes between Roman citizens.
- After serving as praetor, he hoped to be elected consul.
- The praetor peregrinus dealt with cases involving foreigners.
- Roman praetors often governed provinces after their term in the city.