pragmatic sanction

/prægˌmædɪk ˌsæŋ(k)ʃən/
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Definitions of pragmatic sanction
  1. noun
    an imperial decree that becomes part of the fundamental law of the land
    synonyms: pragmatic
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    type of:
    imperial decree
    a decree issued by a sovereign ruler
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