Phrase guide

as of right

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

By virtue of an entitlement or authority which arises from certain legal conditions or circumstances; by operation of law.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: law

Examples

  • He may appeal the ruling as of right.
  • Parliament shall sit as of right.
  • The Constitutional Council shall, as of right, carry out such an examination.

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Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: itse lain nojalla — by virtue of an entitlement or authority which arises from certain legal conditions or circumstances
  • French: de plein droit — by virtue of an entitlement or authority which arises from certain legal conditions or circumstances
  • Polish: prawnie — by virtue of an entitlement or authority which arises from certain legal conditions or circumstances