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A quick definition of functus officio:

Term: FUNCTUS OFFICIO

Definition: Functus officio means that a person has completed their job or duty and no longer has any power or authority to do anything else related to that job or duty. It's like finishing a puzzle and not being able to change anything anymore.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Functus officio is a Latin term that means "having fulfilled one's office or duty." It refers to a person who has completed their responsibilities and no longer has any authority or power in a particular matter.

Example: A judge who has made a final decision in a case is functus officio and cannot change their ruling.

Explanation: Once a judge has made a final decision in a case, they have fulfilled their duty and no longer have the power to change their ruling. This is an example of functus officio.

Example: A board member who has completed their term is functus officio and cannot vote on future decisions.

Explanation: Once a board member has completed their term, they have fulfilled their duty and no longer have the authority to vote on future decisions. This is another example of functus officio.

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