ruling
noun
the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)
Synonymsopinion
adjective
exercising power or authority
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University
What does “ruling” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.
“ruling” is a noun and adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself).
the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)
exercising power or authority
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University