petitioner
Pronunciation: [pəˈtɪʃənər]
Word
Context: “legal”
(noun) a person who makes a formal request to a court or another authority. When someone asks for help or a decision from a judge, they are called a petitioner.
Example
The petitioner filed a complaint with the court to seek justice.
Example
The petitioner did not receive any response from the authorities about their request.
Example
Who is the petitioner in this legal case?
Context: “government”
(noun) a person who petitions or appeals for something, like new laws or changes. If someone asks the government for a change or a new rule, they are acting as a petitioner.
Example
The petitioner successfully gathered enough signatures for their initiative.
Example
The petition failed because the petitioner did not provide sufficient information.
Example
What issues is the petitioner trying to address with their petition?
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