prerogative court
noun
1
: an ecclesiastical court formerly exercising probate jurisdiction with respect to wills and estates of decedents
2
: a court formerly appointed by the royal governor of an American colony
3
: orphans' court
Dictionary Entries Near prerogative court
Cite this Entry
“Prerogative court.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prerogative%20court. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share