English Dictionary

An order from one having authority, deciding what is to be done by a subordinate; also, a determination by one having power, deciding what is to be done or to take place; edict, law; authoritative ru// decision.
Source : opted (39660)  - auto

A decision, order, or sentence, given in a cause by a court of equity or admiralty.
Source : opted (39661)  - auto

A determination or judgment of an umpire on a case submitted to him.
Source : opted (39662)  - auto

An edict or law made by a council for regulating any business within their jurisdiction; as, the decrees of ecclesiastical councils.
Source : opted (39663)  - auto

To determine judicially by authority, or by decree; to constitute by edict; to appoint by decree or law; to determine; to order; to ordain; as, a court decrees a restoration of property.
Source : opted (39666)  - auto

To ordain by fate.
Source : opted (39667)  - auto

To make decrees; -- used absolutely.
Source : opted (39668)  - auto