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Description: An imperial decree refers to a formal order or proclamation issued by a monarch or an emperor, possessing binding authority within a specific jurisdiction. It is typically utilized to establish or alter laws, regulations, or policies in an imperial system of government.

Senses:

1. Sense: Formal order by a monarch
• Example: The emperor issued an imperial decree declaring a national holiday.
2. Sense: Binding proclamation within a jurisdiction
• Example: The imperial decree was enforced across the entire province.

Usages:

• Usage: Historical Context
• Example: Imperial decrees played a crucial role in shaping the governance of ancient civilizations.
• Usage: Legal Framework
• Example: The constitution grants the emperor the power to issue imperial decrees.
• Usage: Administrative Regulations
• Example: The imperial decree mandated a new tax policy for the entire empire.

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