1. (n.) A statement that cites an authoritative source; a dogmatic saying; an apothegm\.

2. (n.) A judicial opinion expressed by judges on points that do not necessarily arise in the case, and are not involved in it.

3. (n.) The report of a judgment made by one of the judges who has given it.

4. (n.) An arbitrament or award.

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