Chancellor
/ˈʧænsələr/
Definitions
- (n.) A senior legal or administrative officer in certain governments or universities, often responsible for legal affairs or executive functions.
The chancellor issued a directive regarding university governance.
- (n.) The head of the treasury department or finance ministry in some countries, overseeing fiscal policy.
The chancellor announced new tax reforms aimed at economic growth.
- (n.) A judicial officer or judge, especially in a chancery court dealing with equity and trust law matters.
The matter was referred to the chancellor for equitable relief.
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Commentary
The term 'chancellor' varies in legal usage by jurisdiction, commonly denoting senior officials in finance, judiciary, or academic administration; specify context to avoid ambiguity.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.