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Meaning of word precedent from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

precedent noun

Meaning : An example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time.

Synonyms : case in point

Meaning : (civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions.

Synonyms : case law, common law

Meaning : A system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws.

Example : Common law originated in the unwritten laws of England and was later applied in the United States.

Synonyms : case law, common law

Meaning : A subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time).

precedent adjective

Meaning : Preceding in time, order, or significance.

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palatine bone (noun)
Either of two irregularly shaped bones that form the back of the hard palate and helps to form the nasal cavity and the floor of the orbits.

palsgrave (noun)
(Middle Ages) the lord of a palatinate who exercised sovereign powers over his lands.

victimisation (noun)
An act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly).

palatalised (adjective)
Produced with the front of the tongue near or touching the hard palate (as `y') or with the blade of the tongue near the hard palate (as `ch' in `chin' or `j' in `gin').

victimization (noun)
Adversity resulting from being made a victim.

bog down (verb)
Get stuck while doing something.

sugar (noun)
A white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative.

thief (noun)
A criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it.

entertainment (noun)
An activity that is diverting and that holds the attention.

palatalized (adjective)
Produced with the front of the tongue near or touching the hard palate (as `y') or with the blade of the tongue near the hard palate (as `ch' in `chin' or `j' in `gin').