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Meaning of petitioner
A person who presents a petition, especially to a court of law or a government official.
Etymology of petitioner
The word "petitioner" has its roots in the Latin "petere," meaning "to seek" or "to ask," and the Old French "petition," meaning "a request" or "a prayer."
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a person who presents a formal request or appeal, especially in a legal context.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person who presents a petition, especially to a court of law or a government official, according to Oxford Languages.
- * The party that brings a suit or appeal, especially in a court of law.
Usage Examples
- The petitioner appeared before the judge to present her case.
- * The company was the petitioner in the lawsuit against the government agency.
- * The petitioner's request for a restraining order was granted by the court.