Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or used in the dismissal of a person from a position or office, especially a clergyman or a civil servant

“The dimissory letter stated that he had resigned from his position.”

2. noun

a document or statement that dismisses a clergyman from his office or a civil servant from his position

“The dimissory was presented to the bishop for approval.”

3. noun

a formal declaration that a person is not entitled to certain rights or privileges

“The dimissory order stated that the defendant was not entitled to a trial.”