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Definition precedent in British English

precedent noun

noun
/ˈpresɪdənt/
1

an action or event in the past that is used as an example or reason for a present action or event

Example

There are good precedents for this sort of cooperation between organizations.

Example

Arab states condemned the plan, regarding it as setting a dangerous precedent.

Example

This is disturbing news and totally without precedent.

Synonyms and related words
example instance case
2

a decision by a court on which future decisions are based

Example

It would not be right for this case to be treated as a precedent.

Synonyms and related words
acquit acquittal affiliation order
Example

The English legal system is a composite of legislation and judicial precedent.

Synonyms and related words
action advocacy appeal
Definition precedent in British English