judiciary
/dʒuˈdɪʃiɛri/
noun
- The branch of government that consists of judges and courts and that interprets and applies the law.
- The judiciary is one of the three branches of government, along with the executive and the legislature.
- The president appointed three new members to the federal judiciary.
- An independent judiciary is essential for a fair and democratic society.
- Judges considered as a group.
- The country's judiciary is known for its honesty and professionalism.
- A diverse judiciary helps ensure that different perspectives are represented in court.
- The judiciary met to discuss new guidelines for sentencing.
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