英语词汇“precedent”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

单词	precedent
释义	precedent precedent /ˈpres.ɪ.d^ənt/ aep /-ə.dent/ noun 1 C2 [C] an action, situation, or decision that has already happened and can be used as a reason why a similar action or decision should be performed or taken: » There are several precedents for promoting people who don't have formal qualifications.» Some politicians fear that agreeing to the concession would set a dangerous precedent.Thesaurus⁺: ↑Samples and examples 2 F0 [U] the way that something has been done in the past that therefore shows that it is the correct way: » Would it be breaking with precedent for the bride to make a speech?Thesaurus⁺: ↑Ways of achieving things 3 F0 [C] _LEGAL a decision about a particular law case that makes it likely that other similar cases will be decided in the same way: » The judgment on pension rights has established/set a precedent.Thesaurus⁺: ↑Court cases, orders and decisions • • • Extra Examples:» I worry about giving into her demands because it then sets a precedent.» The court's decision has set a legal precedent.» This decision set an important legal precedent for other countries.
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