Consulary

/ˈkɒnsuːləri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a consul, the office of a consul, or consular authority.

Etymology

From 'consul' + '-ary' (relating to, or connected with). The '-ary' suffix creates an adjective describing things connected to consular office or function.

Kelly Says

This rare synonym for 'consular' appears in older diplomatic documents—knowing whether something was 'consulary' versus 'consular' mattered when defining exactly what powers a diplomat had in a foreign city.

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