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Term: precedent

Definition:

A precedent is an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in similar circumstances.

Usage:

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

In the legal context, a precedent refers to a court decision that serves as an authoritative rule or guideline for future cases.

Sample Sentence: The judge relied on a precedent set by a similar case to make his ruling. Sense 2:

As a general term, precedent is used to describe any past event or action that is considered as a precedent or standard for comparison.

Sample Sentence: The success of the previous project set a precedent for future ones.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

When used as an adjective, precedent refers to something that serves as an example for future reference.

Sample Sentence: We should follow the precedent case to ensure consistency in our decision-making process.

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