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noun
A sovereign's solemn decree on a matter of primary importance, having the force of law.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
Topics: law
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Antonyms: none provided
noun
an imperial decree that becomes part of the fundamental law of the land
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: pragmatic
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: imperial decree
History
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