Waned
/wān(d)/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of wane; to decrease in force, intensity, or extent, especially in legal rights or claims.
The jurisdiction of the court waned after the new legislation was enacted.
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As a past tense form, 'waned' does not have a standalone legal definition but shows diminution relevant to legal rights or powers.
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