Rituals
/ˈrɪtʃuəlz/
Definitions
- (n.) Formal acts or procedures prescribed by law or custom, often in legal or ceremonial contexts.
The court adhered strictly to the prescribed rituals during the sentencing.
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- ritual
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Commentary
In legal contexts, rituals often refer to formal or procedural acts required to validate or give effect to legal decisions or ceremonies.
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