constitutional
|con-sti-tu-tion-al|
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/ˌkɒnstɪˈtuːʃənl/
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/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/
relating to a constitution
Etymology
Etymology Information
'constitutional' originates from the Latin word 'constitutio', where 'constitut-' meant 'established' or 'set up'.
Historical Evolution
'constitutio' transformed into the Old French word 'constitution', and eventually became the modern English word 'constitutional'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'established or set up', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a constitution'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to an established set of principles governing a state.
The constitutional rights of citizens are protected by law.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45