English Explanatory Dictionary

special prosecutor

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A lawyer assigned to investigate, and if necessary prosecute, a case for which there is a conflict of interest for the normal prosecuting authority.

Word forms

special prosecutor special prosecutors

Synonyms

independent counsel special counsel
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