precedent

/pɹˈɛsɪdənt/

/ˈpɹɛsɪdənt/

Precedent

an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time

(civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions

synonyms : case law

a subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time)

a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws

synonyms : case law

precedent

preceding in time, order, or significance

Examples

1. The scheme sets a precedent for other companies.

2. Wow, this guy really loves precedent.

3. We set precedents.

4. Precedent suggests not.