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Decree meaning

What does “decree” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“decree” is a noun and verb with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge).

decree

noun

  1. a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge)

    “a friend in New Mexico said that the order caused no trouble out there”

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verb

  1. issue a decree

    “The King only can decree”

  2. decide with authority

    “The King decreed that all firstborn males should be killed”

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Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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