What does coroner mean?
Coroner means (Commonwealth, Ireland, Japan, law) A public official who presides over an inquest into unnatural deaths, and who may have (or historically had) additional powers such as investigating cases of treasure trove..
Coroner
/ˈkɒ.ɹə.nə(ɹ)/ · noun
Meaning
(Commonwealth, Ireland, Japan, law) A public official who presides over an inquest into unnatural deaths, and who may have (or historically had) additional powers such as investigating cases of treasure trove..
Definitions by Sense
- (Commonwealth, Ireland, Japan, law) A public official who presides over an inquest into unnatural deaths, and who may have (or historically had) additional powers such as investigating cases of treasure trove.
- (Canada, US, medicine) A medical doctor who performs autopsies and determines time and cause of death from a scientific standpoint.
- (Isle of Man) The administrative head of a sheading.
Example Sentences
The coroner confirmed the cause of death.
A report from the coroner was presented in court.
Synonyms for coroner
Antonyms for coroner
Related Words
Word Forms
- coroners
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for coroner?
Common synonyms include autopsist, autopsier, medical examiner.
What is the opposite of coroner?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use coroner in a sentence?
The coroner confirmed the cause of death.
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