A constituição
Example: A constituição garante os direitos fundamentais dos cidadãos.
Definition
"A constituição" refers to the fundamental set of principles and laws that establish the structure, functions, and limits of a government, ensuring the rights and duties of citizens within a legal framework. It guarantees the basic rights and freedoms of individuals in a state.
Etymology
The word "a constituição" comes from the Latin 'constitutio,' meaning arrangement or establishment. It evolved through Old French 'constitution' before entering Portuguese, reflecting the idea of setting up or founding legal order within a society. Did you know? The concept of a constitution dates back to ancient times but became widely formalized in modern states.
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