| Decree (decree) |
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| n. | (?) |
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| De*cree" |
| [OE. decre, F.
décret, fr. L. decretum, neut. decretus,
p. p. of decernere to decide; de- + cernere to
decide. See Certain, and cf. Decreet, Decretal.] |
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.
A
decision, order, or sentence, given in a cause by a court of equity
or admiralty.
An edict or law made by a
council for regulating any business within their jurisdiction; as,
the decrees of ecclesiastical councils.
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| Decree (decree) |
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| v. t. | (?) |
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| De*cree" |
| [imp. *** p.
p. Decreed (?)] p. pr. *** vb. n.
Decreeing.] |
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.
To ordain by fate.
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| Decree (decree) |
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| v. i. | |
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| De*cree" |
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To make decrees; -
- used absolutely.
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