Proclamation
/ˌprɑːkləˈmeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An official public announcement issued by a legal authority.
The governor issued a proclamation declaring a state of emergency.
- (n.) A formal or authoritative statement declaring a policy or law.
The proclamation outlined new regulations for environmental protection.
Forms
- proclamations
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Commentary
Proclamations often carry governmental or sovereign weight and should clearly state the issuing authority and effective date.
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