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  1. precedent

    • n.
      an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances;a previous case or legal decision that may be or (binding precedent) must be followed in subsequent similar cases
    • adj.
      preceding in time, order, or importance
    • noun: precedent, plural noun: precedents

    • 釋義

    名詞

    • 1. an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances there are substantial precedents for using interactive media in training breaking with all precedent
    • a previous case or legal decision that may be or (binding precedent) must be followed in subsequent similar cases the decision set a precedent for others to be sent to trial in the US

    形容詞

    • 1. preceding in time, order, or importance a precedent case