Constitution of the United States

American  

noun

1. the fundamental or organic law of the U.S., framed in 1787 by the Constitutional Convention. It went into effect March 4, 1789.

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Example Sentences

“Of the nearly two hundred written constitutions, the Constitution of the United States — the most influential constitution in the world — is also among the oldest, a relic,” Lepore asserts in her opening.

From Los Angeles Times

“When he took office, he swore to ‘preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.’

From Los Angeles Times

Upon establishing the Constitution of the United States, Benjamin Franklin said that, though he had hopes for the document’s longevity, the only things that would be certain moving forward were death and taxes.

From Salon

We must speak out when it seems like the Constitution of the United States is being violated.

From Salon

“Any time a statewide official is sworn in, we swear an oath to uphold the Constitution of the United States and of the state of Missouri,” he told reporters after an abortion-related court hearing.

From Seattle Times