fiat
/ˈfaɪæt/ · noun
Meaning
- An arbitrary or authoritative command or order to do something; an effectual decree.
- Authorization, permission or (official) sanction.
- (English law) A warrant of a judge for certain processes.
- (English law) An authority for certain proceedings given by the Lord Chancellor's signature.
- (used in academic debate and role-playing games) To make (something) happen.
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