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    Decree

    /dɪˈkriː/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    An official order issued by a legal authority.
    The governor issued a decree to enforce new regulations for public health.
    A formal and authoritative command, especially one having the force of law.
    The court's decree mandated that the child be returned to her parents.
    A decision or determination made by a judge or magistrate.
    The family's request for a new trial was denied through a court decree.
    verb
    To order or decide with authority.
    The council decreed that all public events should be canceled due to the emergency.
    To make a formal and authoritative order.
    The king decreed a day of celebration for the anniversary of his reign.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'decret', from Latin 'decretum', meaning 'decision, edict'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    decree absolute
    A court order that officially ends a marriage.
    royal decree
    An official order issued by a monarch.
    decree nisi
    A provisional decree, especially in divorce proceedings.

    Related Words

    edict
    A formal proclamation or order.
    mandate
    An authoritative command.
    proclamation
    A public or official announcement.

    Slang Meanings

    To make something official.
    He decreed that Friday would be a holiday.
    Impose a rule or decision.
    She decreed that there would be no phone usage during the meeting.