writ of mandamus

Noun

Meaning

writ of mandamus (plural writs of mandamus)

(law) A writ that compels a government entity to perform mandatory or purely ministerial duties correctly.

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Synonyms

mandamus

Related terms

mandamus

Close letter words and terms

writ of error writ of execution writ of inquiry writ of payment writ of privilege writ of prohibition