judiciary
noun/dʒuˈdɪʃiˌɛri/
Frequency rank: #5,013 most common English word
Meaning
The branch of government responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice through courts.
Example sentence
The independence of the judiciary is essential to a fair and just society.
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