Mandamus Definition & Meaning
mandamus
- noun
- an extraordinary writ commanding an official to perform a ministerial act that the law recognizes as an absolute duty and not a matter for the official's discretion; used only when all other judicial remedies fail
"Mandamus" in song lyrics
See how mandamus is used in real songs:
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"writ of mandamus"
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Words that rhyme with mandamus
Usage tips for "mandamus"
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