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Edict Definition & Meaning

edict
noun
  1. a formal or authoritative proclamation
  2. 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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Frequently asked questions

What does edict mean?
a formal or authoritative proclamation 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"
What part of speech is edict?
Edict is a noun.
How many definitions does edict have?
Edict has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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