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edict

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈidɪkt/ · UK /ˈiːdɪkt/

edict means: An official order made by a ruler, government, or someone with authority.

noun

OFFICIAL ORDERC1

An official order made by a ruler, government, or someone with authority.

  • The king issued a new edict.
  • A government edict banned trade with the neighbouring country.
  • Workers challenged the director’s edict against taking breaks.

How to use it: an edict that… (The king issued an edict that all gates must close at sunset.)

Similar words: decree, order, proclamation

Common phrases: royal edict, issue an edict, government edict

Questions about edict

What does edict mean?

An official order made by a ruler, government, or someone with authority.

What is edict in other languages?

Türkçe: ferman · Español: edicto · Français: édit · Deutsch: Erlass · Italiano: editto · 日本語: 勅令

How do you pronounce edict?

In American English /ˈidɪkt/; in British English /ˈiːdɪkt/.

How do you use edict in a sentence?

The king issued a new edict. A government edict banned trade with the neighbouring country.

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