ad litem

[ ad-lahy-tem ]

adjectiveLaw.
  1. for the particular action or proceeding: a guardian ad litem.

Origin of ad litem

1
1760–70; <Latin; cf. litigate

Words Nearby ad litem

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How to use ad litem in a sentence

  • A guardian ad litem will have to be appointed to protect your interests, and to bring suit for you.

    Vandemark's Folly | Herbert Quick

British Dictionary definitions for ad litem

ad litem

/ Latin (æd ˈlaɪtɛm) /


adjective
  1. (formerly, esp of a guardian) appointed for a lawsuit

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