See Also: magistrature(dictionary)

magistrature (iou)



magistrature noun. L17.
[French, from magistrat, formed as MAGISTRATE + -URE.]
The dignity or office of a magistrate; sing. & in pl., the office of a particular magistrate identified contextually. L17.
b. A magistrate's term of office. E18.
Magistrates collectively; a body of magistrates. L17.