Meaning Of The Word Precedent

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What's The Definition Of Precedent?

precedent
variable noun: If there is a precedent for an action or event, it has happened before, and this can be regarded as an argument for doing it again.

precedent in American English
an act, statement, legal decision, case, etc. that may serve as an example, reason, or justification for a later one
that precedes; preceding
adjective: preceding; anterior
noun: a legal decision or form of proceeding serving as an authoritative rule or pattern in future similar or analogous cases

precedent in British English
adjective: preceding
noun: a judicial decision that serves as an authority for deciding a later case

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