Definition of "definitor" []

• An officer in certain religious orders whose duty is to decide points of discipline. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "Before the chapter-general of the order met, he was named definitor by the provincial chapter; but on his remonstrances at being thus so often compelled to assume offices, in spite of his repugnance, he at length obtained a papal brief, exempting him from all charges, and annulling even his active and passive vote in the chapter."
• "In the provincial chapter of 1690, he was appointed to the office of definitor, in addition to that which he already held."
• "Later (1645-8) he occupied the two highest posts in the order, that of definitor and procurator general."