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Precedent
ˈprɛsɪd(ə)nt
Precedent definitions
noun
precedent
precedents
- an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
"there are substantial precedents for using interactive media in training"
model exemplar example pattern previous case prior case previous instance/example prior instance/example- a previous case or legal decision that may be or (binding precedent) must be followed in subsequent similar cases
"we hope to set a legal precedent to protect hundreds of miles of green lanes"