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Definition of consular

consular

/ˈkɑːnsələr/
con · su · lar
Plural:consulars
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• adjective

1

Relating to a consul or consulate, or to the official duties of assisting citizens and managing commercial and diplomatic relations in a foreign country.

Example

"Travelers who lose their passports abroad should immediately contact the nearest embassy for consular assistance."

2

Relating to the chief magistrates (consuls) of ancient Rome or the French First Republic.

Example

"In the Roman Republic, achieving consular rank was the pinnacle of a politician's career."

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• noun

1

In ancient Rome, a person of consular rank, especially a former consul or a governor of an imperial province.

Example

"The Roman senate frequently appointed experienced consulars to govern the most strategic border provinces."

Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'consular' (relating to a consul or diplomatic office) with 'counselor' (an advisor or legal representative).

• Rhymes for consular

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin 'consularis', meaning 'of or relating to a consul', derived from 'consul', the title of the two highest elected magistrates in the ancient Roman Republic.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Consular. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/consular
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