A more thorough explanation:

Definition: In civil and maritime law, an apostle refers to:

1. A letter sent from a trial court to an appellate court, stating the case on appeal.
2. The record or papers sent up on appeal. Also known as apostoli.
3. Dimissory letters.

Example: If a person is not satisfied with the decision made by a trial court, they can appeal to a higher court. In this case, the trial court sends an apostle or a letter to the appellate court, stating the case on appeal. The record or papers related to the case are also sent up on appeal.

Explanation: The examples illustrate how an apostle is used in civil and maritime law. It is a letter or record sent from a trial court to an appellate court when a person appeals a decision made by the trial court. The apostle contains information about the case and helps the appellate court understand the situation better.