Fiat

noun

/ˈfaɪæt/

Word Frequency: 1.4

Definitions

1.nounAn arbitrary or authoritative command or order to do something; an effectual decree.

"A presidential fiat."

2.nounAuthorization, permission or (official) sanction.

"A government fiat."

3.noun(English law) A warrant of a judge for certain processes.

4.noun(English law) An authority for certain proceedings given by the Lord Chancellor's signature.

5.verb(used in academic debate and role-playing games) To make (something) happen.

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