edict

Definition

A proclamation of law or other authoritative command.

Etymology

From Middle English edycte, borrowed from Latin edictum; earlier form edit, from Old French edit, from the same Latin word.

Example Sentences

• "By this time the edict had gone forth that the railways were to be nationalised on January 1, 1948."
• "It was made clear in a pre-tournament referees' briefing that such grappling would be taken seriously and punished, so England have every right to ask why this edict was not carried out."