Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legal-ruling
noun
/ˈliːɡəl ˈruːlɪŋ/
Definition
A legal ruling is an official decision made by a court or a legal authority on a matter of law.
Examples
- The Supreme Court’s legal ruling on the case set a significant precedent.
- After the legal ruling, the company had to comply with new regulations.
Meaning
It refers to the interpretation and application of law by judges or legal bodies, which can set precedents for future cases.
Synonyms
- court decision
- judgment
- verdict
- declaration
