Meaning of the word petitioner in English
What does petitioner mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
petitioner
US /pəˈtɪʃ.ən.ɚ/
UK /pəˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/
Noun
1.
a person who presents a petition to an authority in respect of a particular cause
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The petitioner submitted hundreds of signatures to the city council.
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As a petitioner, she advocated for stricter environmental regulations.
2.
the party who initiates a lawsuit or legal proceeding
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The divorce case was filed by the petitioner.
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The court ruled in favor of the petitioner.