1. a Roman magistrate who governed a province or commanded an army, ranking below a consul
Usage: historical; ancient Rome

Examples

• The propraetor was responsible for administering justice in the Roman province.
• After serving as praetor in Rome, he was appointed propraetor of Sicily.
• The propraetor commanded three legions during the campaign.
• Provincial taxes were collected under the authority of the propraetor.
• The Senate extended his term as propraetor for another year.
• Local disputes were brought before the propraetor’s tribunal.