1530s, "writ from a superior court to an inferior one, specifying that something be done," (late 14c. in Anglo-French), from Latin, literally "we order," first person plural present indicative of mandare "to order" (see mandate (n.)).
双语例句
1. The chief Constable applied for an order of mandamus directing the justices to rehear the case.
警察局申请获得履行职务令,以命令法官重新审理该案.
来自口语例句
2. The chief constable applied for an order of mandamus directing the justice to rehear the case.
