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

Example:
The petitioner submitted hundreds of signatures to the city council.
As a petitioner, she advocated for stricter environmental regulations.
2.

the party who initiates a lawsuit or legal proceeding

Example:
The divorce case was filed by the petitioner.
The court ruled in favor of the petitioner.