Placet
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpleɪsɛt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Placet is a noun meaning A vote of assent, as of the governing body of a university, an ecclesiastical council, etc.
Meaning
A vote of assent, as of the governing body of a university, an ecclesiastical council, etc.
More Meanings
- The assent of the civil power to the promulgation of an ecclesiastical ordinance.
- Expression of assent to a vote in the governing body of a university, an ecclesiastical council, etc.
Example Sentences
1882, J. P. Peter (translator), Political History of Recent Times, 1816-1875: With Special Reference to Germany originally by Wilhelm Müller The king […] annulled the royal placet.
Word Forms
- placets
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include content, grace, passage, assentment, convocation, accessit.
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