Definition of "praetors" [praetors]

• Plural form of praetor. (noun)

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• "All that Heineccius says about the usurpation of the right of making these edicts by the praetors is false, and contrary to all historical testimony."
• "They were men of great expectations, since the praetors were the second highest-ranking of the annually elected public officials in Rome; only the two consuls stood higher."
• "The praetors were the true organs of public opinion."