O precedente
Example: O precedente deste caso influenciou a decisão do tribunal.
Definition
"O precedente" refers to a previous event, decision, or case that serves as an example or guide for later situations, especially in legal or formal contexts. For instance, in law, "o precedente" influences how judges decide similar cases in the future.
Etymology
The phrase "o precedente" comes from the Latin 'praecedens,' meaning 'going before.' It entered Portuguese through Old French and Latin, referring to something that comes before and thus sets an example or standard. Did you know? The concept of precedents is fundamental in many legal systems to ensure consistency and fairness.
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