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con·sti·tu·tion·al·ism \-nəlˌizəm, -nəˌlizəm\ noun (-s) 1. : the doctrine or system of government in which the governing power is limited by enforceable rules of law and concentration of power is prevented by various checks and balances so that the basic rights of individuals and groups are protected 2. : adherence to the principles of constitutionalism |