Statute meaning

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

“statute” is a noun and adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: an act passed by a legislative body.

statute

noun

  1. an act passed by a legislative body

adjective

  1. enacted by a legislative body

    “statute law”

    “codified written laws”

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Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University