Constituir
Example: As novas leis vão constituir a base do sistema jurídico moderno.
Definition
"Constituir" means to form or compose something by combining parts or elements, often used to indicate establishing a foundation or basis, as in 'The new laws will constitute the foundation of the modern legal system.'
Etymology
The word "constituir" comes from Latin 'constituere,' which means to set up or establish. It is composed of 'con-' meaning together and 'statuere' meaning to place or set. Did you know? The same root gave rise to the English word 'constitute.'
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