impanator

/ɪm.pænˈeɪ.tər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who impanates, especially a sheriff or other officer who summons a jury for a trial.

“The impanator was responsible for selecting a diverse and impartial jury for the case.”

2. noun

A person who is in charge of the jury in a court of law, especially a medieval English sheriff.

“In medieval England, the impanator played a crucial role in the administration of justice.”

Synonyms

  • officer
  • sheriff

Antonyms

  • judge
  • magistrate