Proclamations
/ˌprɒkləˈmeɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Formal public or official announcements, often issued by a government or executive authority, declaring a legal status or policy.
The governor issued proclamations to mark the start of the new legislative session.
- (n.) Official statements that announce important legal or administrative acts, sometimes with binding effect.
Proclamations were published to notify the public of the changes in tax law.
Forms
- proclamation
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Commentary
Typically used in contexts where formal or ceremonial announcements have legal or administrative consequences; drafting requires clarity to distinguish proclamations from other binding instruments.
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