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coroner
[ kawr-uh-ner, kor- ]
noun
- an officer, as of a county or municipality, whose chief function is to investigate by inquest, as before a jury, any death not clearly resulting from natural causes.
coroner
/ ˈɒəə /
noun
- a public official responsible for the investigation of violent, sudden, or suspicious deaths and inquiries into treasure trove. The investigation ( coroner's inquest ) is held in the presence of a jury ( coroner's jury ) See also procurator fiscal Compare medical examiner
Derived Forms
- ˈǰDzԱˌ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ǰo·Ա· noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of coroner1
Example Sentences
However, coroner Sophie Cartwright said that disclosure had been made under "the Worcestershire principle", which permits redactions according to matters such as relevance.
A coroner ruled that Isaac died as a result of misadventure, but the Kenevans say social media platforms were also to blame.
A coroner ruled that Isaac had died in 2022 as a result of misadventure, but the Kenevans say social media platforms were also to blame.
A coroner has called for clear warnings to be placed on armchair lap belts for the elderly following the death of a 72-year-old woman with Parkinson's disease.
The Department for Transport said it would consider the coroner's report once received.
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