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decree

4 entries found.

Main Entry:
1de·cree 
          Listen to the pronunciation of 1decree
Pronunciation:
\di-ˈkrē\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English, from Anglo-French decré, from Latin decretum, from neuter of decretus, past participle of decernere to decide, from de- + cernere to sift, decide — more at certain
Date:
14th century
1: an order usually having the force of law2 a: a religious ordinance enacted by council or titular head b: a foreordaining will3 a: a judicial decision of the Roman emperor b: a judicial decision especially in an equity or probate court


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