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Petitioning: meaning, definitions and examples

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petitioning

 

[ pษ™หˆtษชสƒ.ษ™n.ษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

legal process

Petitioning refers to the act of formally requesting something from an authority or a governing body. It often involves submitting a written document, known as a petition, which outlines the request and the reasons for it. This process is common in legal settings, where individuals may petition a court for a specific action or ruling. Additionally, petitioning can occur in political contexts, where citizens gather signatures to support a cause or initiate a change.

Synonyms

advocating, applying, requesting, soliciting

Examples of usage

  • They are petitioning the court for a new trial.
  • Citizens are petitioning the government to change the law.
  • The group is petitioning for environmental protections.
  • She spent months petitioning local officials for support.
Context #2 | Noun

formal request

A petition is a formal written request to an authority, often signed by multiple individuals. It is used to advocate for a particular cause or to influence legislative action. Petitions can be used to show public support for initiatives, such as changes in law or policy. They serve as a critical tool for citizens to express their opinions and seek change in a democratic society.

Synonyms

appeal, entreaty, plea, request

Examples of usage

  • The petition gathered thousands of signatures.
  • We submitted our petition to the local council.
  • She started a petition to ban plastic bags.
  • Many petitions are circulated during election seasons.

Translations

Translations of the word "petitioning" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น peticionando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเคพเคšเคฟเค•เคพ เคฆเฅ‡เคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Petitionieren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mengajukan petisi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั‚ะธั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wnioskowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ซ‹้ก˜ใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pรฉtitionner

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ peticionar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dilekรงe verme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฒญ์›ํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู‚ุฏูŠู… ุนุฑูŠุถุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podรกnรญ petice

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podรกvanie petรญcie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฏทๆ„ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ peticija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ beiรฐni

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ั‹ะท ะฑะตั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒžแƒšแƒ˜แƒ™แƒแƒชแƒ˜แƒ˜แƒก แƒจแƒ”แƒขแƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผraciษ™t etmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ peticionar

Etymology

The term 'petitioning' comes from the Latin word 'petitio', which means 'a request, demand or claim'. The word evolved through Old French before entering English in the late Middle Ages. Initially, it referred to a request made to a ruler or authority, often accompanied by a set of signatures from supporters. With the rise of democratic ideals, the concept of petitioning gained popularity, allowing ordinary citizens to express their grievances or desires to government officials. Over the centuries, petitioning has been formalized in many legal systems, becoming a crucial method for advocates to promote social and political change. Today, petitioning can occur in various forms, from grassroots movements to online campaigns, reflecting the evolving landscape of civic engagement.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,032, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.