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decree-law

American  
[dih-kree-law] / dɪˈkriˌlɔ /

noun

  1. an executive decree made pursuant to a delegation from the legislature and having the full force of legislation.

Etymology

Origin of decree-law

First recorded in 1925–30

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A decree-law does not require a debate and vote in parliament before taking effect.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 22, 2021

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