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–noun Law.
a court order authorizing the examination of a dwelling or other private premises by police officials, as for stolen goods.

Origin:
1730–40
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search warrant  
n.  A warrant giving legal authorization for a search.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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see WARRANT
Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law, © 1996 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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