Le procureur
Example: Le procureur a présenté les preuves au tribunal hier.
Definition
"Le procureur" is a legal official who represents the public interest in a court of law, responsible for presenting evidence and prosecuting criminal cases on behalf of the state or government.
Etymology
The term "le procureur" originates from the Latin word 'procurator,' meaning 'manager' or 'agent.' It entered French through Old French, reflecting the role of someone who acts on behalf of another, especially in legal matters.
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"Le procureur" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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