Dictionary Entry
precept
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈpɹiːsɛpt/Word FrequencyUncommon (3.91)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)A rule or principle, especially one governing personal conduct.
In a Sentence
“Her grandmother taught her many life precepts, like always being honest and kind.”
Published Usage Examples
“One cannot decide that this Church precept is false this one true, that that one is empty and useless and that one is meaningful.”
“In ecclesiastical jurisprudence, the word precept is used:”
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Origin
Latin, from 'praeceptum' meaning 'a rule or instruction'.
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