prefectorial
[ pree-fek-tawr-ee-uhl, -tohr- ]
adjective
of, relating to, or characteristic of a prefect: prefectorial powers.
Origin of prefectorial
1Other words from prefectorial
- sub·pre·fec·to·ri·al, adjective
Words Nearby prefectorial
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How to use prefectorial in a sentence
The prefectorial dignity seemed in a way to descend on Gordon; just then life was very good.
The Loom of Youth | Alec WaughBut probably the prefectorial dignity would have been sufficient, if you hadn't smashed it up.
The Loom of Youth | Alec WaughPublic opinion, Housemasters, the prefectorial system—these have combined to modify his absolutism.
The Lighter Side of School Life | Ian HayIn his eyes the prefectorial system was created for his express convenience and glorification.
The Lighter Side of School Life | Ian HayFlinging prefectorial dignity to the winds, they rushed down to the studies.
The Loom of Youth | Alec Waugh
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