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statute

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈstætʃuːt/

Forms: statutes

statute means: A law that has been written and officially approved.

noun

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A law that has been written and officially approved.

  • The statute protects workers.
  • Parliament passed a new statute last year.
  • Several statutes govern land sales.

Similar words: law, act

Common phrases: a statute, criminal statute, under statute

Questions about statute

What does statute mean?

A law that has been written and officially approved.

What is statute in other languages?

Türkçe: yasa · Español: ley · Français: loi · Deutsch: Gesetz · Italiano: legge · 日本語: 法律

How do you pronounce statute?

It is pronounced /ˈstætʃuːt/.

How do you use statute in a sentence?

The statute protects workers. Parliament passed a new statute last year.

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