Decree
Definition of Decree
De`cree´ | n. | 1. | An order from one having authority, deciding what is to be done by a subordinate; also, a determination by one having power, deciding what is to be done or to take place; edict, law; authoritative ru decision. | | 2. | (Law) A decision, order, or sentence, given in a cause by a court of equity or admiralty. | | 3. | (Eccl.) An edict or law made by a council for regulating any business within their jurisdiction; as, the decrees of ecclesiastical councils. | | v. t. | 1. | To determine judicially by authority, or by decree; to constitute by edict; to appoint by decree or law; to determine; to order; to ordain; as, a court decrees a restoration of property. | | 2. | To ordain by fate. | | v. i. | 1. | To make decrees; - used absolutely. |
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