ci·ta·to·ry
| \ ˈsītəˌtōrē \
Definition of citatory
: relating to citing or summoning : being or constituting a citation or summons
letters citatory a body with citatory powers
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“Citatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/citatory. Accessed 13 Apr. 2021.
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The first known use of citatory was in the 15th century
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