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Meaning of fiat

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fiat

Pronunciation:/ˈfaɪæt/

noun

Definitions

  1. An arbitrary or authoritative command or order to do something; an effectual decree.

    Example: A presidential fiat.

  2. Authorization, permission or (official) sanction.

    Example: A government fiat.

  3. (English law) A warrant of a judge for certain processes.

  4. (English law) An authority for certain proceedings given by the Lord Chancellor's signature.

verb

Definitions

  1. (used in academic debate and role-playing games) To make (something) happen.