Decree

An order from one having authority, deciding what is to be done by a subordinate; also, a determination by one having power, deciding what is to be done or to take place; edict, law; authoritative ru// decision.

A decision, order, or sentence, given in a cause by a court of equity or admiralty.

A determination or judgment of an umpire on a case submitted to him.

An edict or law made by a council for regulating any business within their jurisdiction; as, the decrees of ecclesiastical councils.

To determine judicially by authority, or by decree; to constitute by edict; to appoint by decree or law; to determine; to order; to ordain; as, a court decrees a restoration of property.

To ordain by fate.

To make decrees; -- used absolutely.

a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge); "a friend in New Mexico said that the order caused no trouble out there"