Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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fiat | Yes | No | No | No |
consent decree | Yes | No | No | No |
fiat (noun) | consent decree (noun) |
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a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) | an agreement between two parties that is sanctioned by the court; for example, a company might agree to stop certain questionable practices without admitting guilt |