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Ultra Vire

Definition:

Ultra Vire is a Latin legal term that means "beyond the powers" or "exceeding authority." It refers to actions or decisions made by an individual or organization that go beyond the limits of their legal authority.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. In legal terminology, it refers to an act or decision made by an individual or organization that exceeds their legal powers or authority.
Example sentence: The court declared the company's actions as ultra vires and ruled them invalid.

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