consular
Americanadjective
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of or relating to a consul appointed by one country to look after its interests and its citizens’ welfare in another.
Here in Houston, consular officials from a host of different nations can provide a wealth of information on the economy, culture, and tourism of the countries they represent.
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of or relating to the two chief magistrates of the ancient Roman republic, or the period when this office existed.
Government in the England of the Georges, like that in consular Rome, was in the hands of an aristocratic oligarchy.
Hannibal didn't just defeat whole consular Roman armies—he annihilated them and their leaders.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of consular
First recorded in 1530–40; from Latin consulāris, equivalent to consul ( def. ) + -ar 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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India's foreign ministry said consular officials had visited Pant "to enquire about his wellbeing".
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
"The information I received was that there would be none," he said, adding that consular staff said they would explain his criminal record and itinerary to the UK Border Force.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
González has witnessed the ties between Mexico and its emigrants abroad evolve over four decades, starting as a young consular officer in the administration of Mexican President Carlos Salinas de Gortari.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 11, 2026
Detained in Dubai has called for George to receive "protection, appropriate medical care, legal representation and immediate British consular assistance while the investigation proceeds".
From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026
The most oft-cited story was that an American consular official with connections to the CIA had tipped off the authorities.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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