coroner
Translation
coroner
Examples
The coroner determined the cause of death.
The coroner determined the cause of death.
The coroner's report will be released next week.
The coroner's report will be released next week.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) an official who investigates violent, sudden, or suspicious deaths The coroner determined the cause of death.
Similar Words
medical examiner
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman 'corouner', an officer of the 'coroune' (crown). Originally, their duty was to maintain the financial rights of the crown.
Memory Tips
Think of a coroner as an officer of the 'crown' who investigates deaths.