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Dictum
01
a formal statement issued by an authoritative source
Example
The religious leader issued a dictum that shaped the community's beliefs and practices.
The court ’s dictum on the case set a precedent for future rulings in similar legal matters.
The government issued a dictum ordering the closure of all non-essential businesses during the pandemic.
02
an opinion voiced by a judge on a point of law not directly bearing on the case in question and therefore not binding
