Precept Definition & Meaning
precept
- noun
- rule of personal conduct
- a doctrine that is taught; "the teachings of religion"; "he believed all the Christian precepts"
"Precept" in song lyrics
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"Example is more powerful than precept."
— The Crab and its Mother -
"precept upon precept"
AOL — AOL -
"what is precept"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with precept
Usage tips for "precept"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does precept mean?
- rule of personal conduct a doctrine that is taught; "the teachings of religion"; "he believed all the Christian precepts"
- What part of speech is precept?
- Precept is a noun.
- How many definitions does precept have?
- Precept has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).