Sekirov Dictionary

constitutional

UK /ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃ(ə)n.(ə)l/US /ˌkɑn.stɪˈt(j)u.ʃ(ə)n.(ə)l/

adjective 6
noun 3
forms 3

adjective6

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Relating to a legal or political constitution (“the basic law of a nation or institution; the formal or informal system of primary principles and laws that regulates a government or other institution”).
- constitutional reforms
- Brexit has rocked the foundations of the nation and plunged everyone into a state of heightened constitutional anxiety.
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In compliance with or valid under a legal or political constitution.
- The Supreme Court ruled against the applicant and found the statute constitutional.
Of a monarch: having a purely ceremonial role, or possessing powers limited by a constitution rather than plenary or unlimited powers.
Belonging to, or inherent in, the constitution or structure of one's body or mind.
Relating to the constitution or composition of something; essential, fundamental.
For the benefit of one's constitution or health.

noun3

Something that aids or fosters one's constitution (health).
A walk that is taken regularly for good health and wellbeing.
(euphemistic) An act of defecation.

forms

constitutionals · more constitutional · most constitutional

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