UKASE

ukase

(noun) an edict of the Russian tsar

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

ukase (plural ukases)

An authoritative proclamation; an edict, especially decreed by a Russian czar or (later) emperor.

(figuratively) Any absolutist order or arrogant proclamation

Anagrams

• Akesu

Noun

Ukase

Alternative letter-case form of ukase

Anagrams

• Akesu

Source: Wiktionary


U*kase", n. Etym: [F., fr. Russ. ukas'; pref. u- + kazate to show, to say.]

Definition: In Russia, a published proclamation or imperial order, having the force of law.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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