constitutionality
Americannoun
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the quality of being constitutional.
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accordance with the constitution of a country, state, etc.
noun
Etymology
Origin of constitutionality
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90; constitutional + -ity
Example Sentences
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The financial industry also has sued to stop its work, challenging its rules and arguing against the bureau’s constitutionality.
Now he wants to challenge the prospective constitutionality of that rule.
“State law prohibits discrimination and harassment in the workplace. I am glad that the California Supreme Court agrees with us on the importance of these protections and has affirmed their constitutionality.”
From Los Angeles Times
The court dismissed all objections by Machar's legal team regarding its authority, the constitutionality of the proceedings, and the claim that he was immune from prosecution.
From BBC
They also cornered a U.S. citizen, Brian Gavidia, who is now part of a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of these stops.
From Los Angeles Times
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