Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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decree | Yes | No | Yes | No |
legal separation | Yes | No | No | No |
decree (noun) | legal separation (noun) |
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a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) | (law) the cessation of cohabitation of man and wife (either by mutual agreement or under a court order) |
a judicial decree regulating the rights and responsibilities of a married couple living apart |
decree (verb) | legal separation (verb) |
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decide with authority | |
issue a decree |