| 单词 | decree |
| 释义 | de·cree /di-'krē/ n [Old French decré, from Latin decretum, from neuter of decretus, past participle of decernere to decide] 1: an order having the force of law by judicial ~ 2: a judicial decision esp. in an equity or probate court; broadly: judgment divorce ~ interlocutory ~ consent decree: a decree entered by a court that is determined by the parties' agreement: a settlement between the parties that is subject to judicial approval and supervision; specif: such a decree by which the accused agrees to cease alleged illegal activities without admitting guilt decree nisi pl decrees nisi: a provisional decree that will become final unless cause is shown why it should not ◇ Some states grant divorces using decrees nisi. The decree nisi creates a time period (as of 3 months) allowing for possible reconciliation or for completion of various arrangements (as custody). decree pro con·fes·so: a decree entered by a court based on a defendant's default and the presumption that the allegations are confessed compare default judgment at judgment 1a final decree: a decree that disposes of an action by determining all matters in dispute including esp. the parties' rights compare final judgment at judgment 1a interlocutory decree: a decree that is made during the course of an action and that does not settle all matters in dispute decree vb |
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