Declare War
/dɪˈklɛər wɔːr/
Definitions
- (v.) To formally announce, typically by a sovereign or government, an intention to engage in armed conflict with another state.
The president declared war against the invading nation following the attack.
Forms
- declare war
- declares war
- declared war
- declaring war
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Commentary
Often requires legislative or executive authorization; formal declaration is a significant act under international and constitutional law.
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