The constitution
Example: The constitution protects the rights of all citizens.
Definition
"The constitution" is a set of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or organization is governed. It outlines the structure, functions, and limits of government authority and guarantees the rights and freedoms of the people within that jurisdiction.
Etymology
The word "constitution" originates from the Latin word 'constitutio,' meaning 'arrangement' or 'establishment.' It came into English through Old French and Middle English, referring historically to the established laws or systems governing a state. Did you know that early constitutions were often oral traditions before being codified in writing?
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"The constitution" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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